JEREMIAH'S

The grade here is the headline: JEREMIAH'S sits at a D (64/100) after its latest health inspection on April 13, 2026.

By score it ranks safer than 12% of Lake County restaurants we grade. The report logged 2 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 14 basic violations. And the recent trend is down. Higher-graded kitchens nearby are mapped below.

D grade · 64/100 · safer than 12% of Lake County restaurants we grade

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Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to JEREMIAH'S, by Florida DBPR grade:

Restaurant details

Health grade
D (64/100)
Violations
18 total — 2 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 14 basic
Address
501 N HIGHLAND ST, Mt Dora, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
American restaurant, Bar, Restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.3 stars (2283 reviews)
Seats
150
Phone
(352) 383-7444
Website
Official website
Photo of JEREMIAH'S
Photo: Jeremiah's

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 2,283 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Recent visits are landing softer than earlier ones did. The staff cuts both ways here, averaging 3.6 among the reviews that raise it.

Serving size shows up in 16% of reviews as well, averaging 4.0. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 10 of 19. Of the 19 rated reviews, 14 sit at four stars or better and 5 at two or below.

Set against that, the state's own inspection graded the kitchen a D (64/100), with 2 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 14 basic violations recorded. Reviews describe the meal; the grade describes the conditions it was made in. That result dates from April 13, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is downward over the records we hold. Ranked against Lake County, it is safer than 12% of the restaurants we score. What the inspector actually wrote up: cross-contamination.

There is no tension to resolve here: reviewers and the inspector reached similar conclusions. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 19 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    Jeremiah's was as it always is. Consistently average.

  • June 20, 2026

    Unfortunately food was awful. Toliets thick with dust. Shepherd's pie was all potato minimal meat. Fries cold. Waitress very good. They also charge you for using a credit card.. Will not be going back.

  • June 16, 2026

    So, sad. Visited 2x and Food was either soggy or burnt. Worse part was server didn't care since nothing was done about any of it. We'll never return.

  • June 7, 2026

    Very delicious. We had the prime rib and salmon. Both where fantastic.

  • June 5, 2026

    Jeremiahs is great. It has in indoor and outdoir bar with a staff that makes it feels like cheers. The local regulars are very friendly and funny. I truly enjoy going here.

  • June 2, 2026

    Good food. Good service. Nice place

  • May 30, 2026

    Grouper sandwich is the best of the best

  • May 24, 2026

    Went to Jeremiah's yesterday, I ordered the chicken key largo with a side salad and fries and we got chips and salsa to start. About 40 minutes into our meal I started feeling sick, and I proceeded to throw up for 12 hours. When I called to try to speak to a manager to let them know how violently sick I had become from eating their food, I was hung up on. I definitely recommend trying out any other place in Mount Dora. Also for my husband and I and our 4-year-old daughter to eat it was over $60. Genuinely try anywhere else.

  • May 22, 2026

    Love the vibe here

  • May 17, 2026

    Beth is just amazing!! 🤩

  • May 15, 2026

    We are new to Mount Dora and have eaten at Jeremiah's twice in a month. The atmosphere is relaxed and the food has been tasty both times. We now consider Jeremiah's our favorite place to eat in town and are glad we found it. You can count on plenty of great-tasting, reasonably priced food, served by friendly folks who are glad to see you.

  • May 13, 2026

    The staff was very friendly and I liked the Shepherd's Pie.

  • May 8, 2026

    It's a nice Locals place. Been going here for 23 years. We almost always sit outside. The service staff is always friendly, and the food is great. I had one of today's specials, the blackened cheddar cheese burger with lettuce, tomato and onions with a side of fries. The burger was cooked the way I like it (medium) and the fries were nice and crispy. I would definitely recommend this place.

  • May 6, 2026

    Great atmosphere and extensive menu. Something for every one. Prime rib daily. Will definitely return.

  • April 29, 2026

    Great food and service

  • April 24, 2026

    Went well

  • April 21, 2026

    Good place. Locals hangout. All ages come through the front door. Wait staff are well-seasoned.

  • April 21, 2026

    Very good food, fish good although it shrank over the years the oil to fry in is very well used over n over but ok, I call the fish and chips mini fish and chips now, salsa n chips NOT worth it small amount! shrimp, Ruben, chicken fried steak, key West chicken good, salad, french onion soup, extra $ for better sides like baked potato/ sweet potato, salad ect. prices have increased which is expected...so far for what you get is good quality, they charge extra for credit cards AND CASH LOOK AT OUR RECEIPT, yes!! Charged for cash!! still charge you the NCA credit card charge so check your receipts!!!! They also charge to take food home with a box also!!!!, Thats not good!!!, service is a hit or miss, good mostly, good food even though portions are smaller and prices went up ++ probably won't go back //to many hidden charges!// I call it semi scamming!! Extra to pay cash, extra for a baked potato, extra for a to go box, extra for credit card! have more receipts to upload to proof it!

  • April 20, 2026

    Great food great service large menu mini varieties. The burgers are excellent

Overall Score

42 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 10/40
    Grade D
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

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

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 12 AM
Friday
11 AM to 1 AM
Saturday
11 AM to 1 AM
Sunday
11 AM to 12 AM

Inspection history

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

  1. April 13, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 14 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 (×2)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
  2. July 28, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 9 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
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)

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: April 13, 2026