LAKE HARRIS HIDEAWAY

Does LAKE HARRIS HIDEAWAY keep a clean kitchen? No — a D, 65/100, at its most recent inspection on June 26, 2026. That visit logged 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 5 basic violations.

Inspectors cited 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 5 basic violations. That leaves it safer than 13% of Lake County restaurants we grade. Safer, higher-graded options nearby are listed below.

D grade · 65/100 · safer than 13% of Lake County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (352) 343-3585

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to LAKE HARRIS HIDEAWAY, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN

    3.1★ 1.0 mi away

  • MCDONALD'S

    3★ 1.1 mi away

  • DOMINO'S PIZZA

    3.8★ 2.1 mi away

Restaurant details

Health grade
D (65/100)
Violations
10 total — 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic
Address
11912 LANE PARK RD BLDG B, Tavares, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Event venue, Hamburger restaurant, Sports bar
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.3 stars (2636 reviews)
Seats
150
Phone
(352) 343-3585
Website
Official website
Photo of LAKE HARRIS HIDEAWAY
Photo: Lake Harris Hideaway

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 2,636 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Diners rate this place well. The inspector did not. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.3, so it reads as a strength. Speed of service is the next most common subject, in 23% of reviews (averaging 4.3).

5 stars is the modal score, given by 8 of the 13 reviewers who rated. The split is 12 positive to 0 negative across 13 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle. Behind those, price is raised in 15% of reviews (4.0 average).

None of that is visible in a star rating: the most recent DBPR inspection graded this kitchen a D (65/100), citing 3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 5 basic violations. Diner sentiment and inspection result are measuring different things here, and only one of them is checked by the state. That inspection was on June 26, 2026. That puts it ahead of 13% of graded kitchens in Lake County. Among the items recorded were dishwashing facilities and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.

The practical read: people enjoy eating here, and the kitchen still failed its last inspection. Those are separate claims, and only the second one gets checked by anybody. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.

Our own analysis of 13 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 28, 2026

    Great lunch & great service.

  • June 27, 2026

    Service stinks. You had a great server Bobby. Now he is gone . He was very attentive to all of his guests. The food and atmosphere is wonderful. You need to hire better servers. Thank you .

  • June 23, 2026

    This place has a rockin' weekend with local bands and biker friendly atmosphere. Drinking, Eating, and Dancing is encouraged. The sunsets are to die for. But be ready to open your wallet the party doesn't come cheap.

  • June 18, 2026

    Entertainment on The weekends.

  • June 9, 2026

    Hard to find but worth it!! Food, atmosphere, service all top notch! Sammie Jo is awesome!!

  • June 7, 2026

    Wild place. Lots of people having a good time. Entertainment robust and loud. Our server, Michele, was very good and took good care of us as she did for many others. Interesting afternoon. Hopefully, Michele will be recognized for her good service.

  • June 6, 2026

    Did not have food but it looked good had a band playing l had a nice time

  • June 2, 2026

    Small place but big in atmosphere. Service is friendly and fast.

  • May 31, 2026

    My wife and I had a date night showed up here heard about it. What a fantastic place to go out of the way. Had a great band playing waiter that we had was fantastic. I’m sorry I just didn’t get his name, but we are out in the back, the gentleman was fantastic. We will be back.

  • May 24, 2026

    Pretty good, lots of damage flies.

  • May 24, 2026

    Great lesbian restaurant

  • May 24, 2026

    Parking was almost impossible. There were no tables available, even after waiting awhile. Loved the atmosphere……I see why it was so busy! Live music was very nice. I will have to try back at a less busy time instead of Memorial weekend. 😊😊

  • May 22, 2026

    Nice little hideway

Overall Score

31 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 10/40
    Grade D
  • Dietary transparency 0/20
    None listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 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 8 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 8 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 8 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 8 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 8 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 8 PM

Inspection history

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

  1. June 26, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    3 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 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)
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used (×2)
  2. March 24, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 8 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 11 — Employee health knowledge; no ill/symptomatic employee present
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  3. August 25, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 8 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×4)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×4)
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training

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: June 26, 2026