The Florida Porch

706 W Main St, Leesburg, FL 34748

American

Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at The Florida Porch, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 19, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance”, which has been cited six times.

The Florida Porch's latest score of 82 sits above the Leesburg average of 75. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 19, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Clear spray bottle under front hand sink.

41-17-4

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -Water filter behind ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**

29-28-4

Aug 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Lettuce 62f, less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

11-26-1

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under hand sink in rear kitchen.

23-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Small amount on left and right side.

22-20-5

Feb 26, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Pineapple.

01B-01-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cut lettuce 52f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Operator placed in refrigerator. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Reach in freezer to right of ice machine.

22-16-4

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. In front prep area.

36-11-4

Aug 1, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**

50-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -White refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**

05-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-01: **Time Extended**

22-20-5

Jul 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-05-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -White refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

05-09-4

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Hand sanitizer stored over pickles. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Open gallon of milk.

02C-03-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board in rear kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Aug 2, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato 55f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.

03A-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Strawberry scoop.

14-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Show all 9 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Florida Porch last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Florida Porch on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Florida Porch?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at The Florida Porch.

How does The Florida Porch compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

The Florida Porch most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Leesburg average of 75.

Has The Florida Porch's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Florida Porch have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Florida Porch means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Florida Porch inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Florida Porch is inspected around three times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Icy King

1331 N 14 St

Score: 64 — Medium Risk

The Monarch at Royal Highlands

5325 St Andrews Arc

Score: 37 — High Risk

Kountry Kitchen

1008 W Dixie Ave

Score: 74 — Medium Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Leesburg → American restaurants in Florida → American restaurants in Leesburg