The Grille
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
43
Score
The Grille has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to seven violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “observed” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
By comparison, the average Leesburg facility scores 75, putting The Grille on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Buffalo chicken dip dated 12/24.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Chicken dip dated 12/24.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. -Raw shell eggs stored behind cut tomatoes in prep cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-14-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. -Ibuprofen stored with sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Sausage 62f. Less than 4 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -Jalapeño popper dip dated 09/30. Manager discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-04-5
43
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Near mop sink room. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-24: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
90
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Observed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** Priority: High Priority
50-17-3
High Priority - Observed: Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
22-41-4
High Priority - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Sausage gravy dated 06-24-2025. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-24-5
High Priority - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Sausage gravy dated 06-24. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
02C-01-5
High Priority - Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken breast not separate from cooked turkey. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -House made Caesar dressing. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
02C-02-5
Basic - Observed: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** Priority: Basic
51-11-4
Basic - Observed: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Near mop sink room. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-34-5
Basic - Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-73-4
Basic - Observed: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. **Warning** Priority: Basic
22-08-4
Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Lower shelf under flat grill. -Interior of fryer cabinets. **Warning** Priority: Basic
23-03-4
Basic - Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Walk in cooler. **Warning** Priority: Basic
22-16-4
Basic - Observed: Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of flour. **Warning** Priority: Basic
02D-01-5
30
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -#10 of cherries and mushrooms.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Keys above prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Top of reach in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -Behind ice machine.
36-24-5
64
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Sanitizer over clean utensils. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Cooked pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -At kitchen entrance. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -In ceiling at rear storage entrance. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in double door silver refrigerator. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of flour. **Warning**
02D-01-5
50
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Manager refilled, rechecked at Chl 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Butane fuel over dicer. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Plastic shield.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
22-08-4
58
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Operator refilled sanitizer. Rechecked at Chl 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live on white refrigerator gasket. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -White refrigerator.
22-16-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead in white refrigerator. -6 dead in warewash. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
47
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 10 ppm.
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over hot dogs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 52f, Cheese 52f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Manager changed to other cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork and lasagna.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
52
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ham. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Taco meat 03-21. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Taco meat dated 03-21. **Warning**
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Knife stored in handsink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in prep cooler. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. White refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. On cookline. **Warning**
29-18-4
41
Oct 14, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
74
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Grille on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Grille?
Across the inspection record, “observed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Grille.
How does The Grille compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?
The Grille most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Leesburg average of 75.
Has The Grille's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Grille have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Grille means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is The Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.
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