PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 1242

PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 1242 is among the lower-graded kitchens we track. Its most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 put it at 62/100 — a D on our A–F scale.

Inspectors cited 2 high-priority and 7 basic violations. That leaves it safer than 9% of Lake County restaurants we grade. Safer, higher-graded options nearby are listed below.

D grade · 62/100 · safer than 9% of Lake County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (352) 775-1547

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 1242, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • TACO BELL

    3.3★ 0.1 mi away

  • HUNGRY HOWIES

    3.6★ 0.2 mi away

  • CHICKEN SALAD CHICK

    4.6★ 0.2 mi away

Restaurant details

Health grade
D (62/100)
Violations
9 total — 2 high-priority, 7 basic
Address
905 BICHARA BLVD, Lady Lake, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Restaurant, American restaurant, Bakery, Breakfast restaurant, Brunch restaurant, Diner
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.2 stars (2235 reviews)
Seats
205
Phone
(352) 775-1547
Website
Official website
Photo of PERKINS RESTAURANT AND BAKERY 1242
Photo: Perkins American Food Co.

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.2 Community-sourced rating 2,235 reviews
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Overall Score

42 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 10/40
    Grade D
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.2★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 5/10
    Stable, 23% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Thursday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Friday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
5:30 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
5:30 AM to 11 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 26, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  2. February 11, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  3. December 9, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
  4. November 19, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Emergency order recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
  5. November 19, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Emergency Order Callback Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  6. November 13, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  7. November 12, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Administrative complaint recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
  8. October 28, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  9. October 24, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Call Back - Extension given, pending

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
  10. October 22, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
  11. October 21, 2025 · Complaint Partial

    Administrative complaint recommended

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests (×2)
  12. October 4, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Emergency Order Callback Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  13. October 3, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Emergency order recommended

    5 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 12 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 26, 2026