AREPA STATION
8101 NARCOOSSEE RD, Orlando FL 32822 · 407.406.2857
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in makeline.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prep area
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler in kitchen and glass door cooler front counter
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind water filtration system
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen
Jul 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausages over fries in white chest freezer by desk Operator moved
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken and raw beef in same container to thaw in bottom of reach in cooker Operator separated
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Gouda cheese in front counter cold well 51F Operator put in freezer to cool Recheck 43F
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired June 30, 2026
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prep area
Dead roaches on premises. 1 by water filtration system. Operator cleaned up
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler in kitchen and glass door cooler front counter
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. To sugar container
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind water filtration system
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of salt and flour Operator labeled
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked beef in white chest freezer by office. Operator switched
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. Newest employee Maria Operator had her fill out
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. Portioned raw beef and pork bottom of make table pulled yesterday from freezer. Soups in reach in cooler across from microwaves Operator date marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned Cole slaw and wrapped sliced cheese in reach in cooler across from microwave not date marked Operator date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Employee spraying tables Disinfectant Bottle of degreaser on cleaning supply shelf Operator labeled
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket to reach in cooler across from microwaves
Aug 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days, 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. Raw meats are pre portioned, then frozen and not date marked when pulled from freezer. Chicken, beef and pork bottom of make table Soup and beans in reach in cooler in kitchen Operator date marked
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Cookies bought from 1803 desserts lacking proper labeling that are available for guest service. Date made, ingredients and address where product was made. Operator moved to behind counter
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on large white chest freezer And reach in cooler in kitchen torn
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Large white chest freezer
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans on storage shelf Operator flipped
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks front counter area Operator flipped
Feb 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over pico in reach in cooler by office. Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef pastelles (118F - Hot Holding); ham pastellos (113F - Hot Holding); cheese pastellos (118F - Hot Holding) Per operator for 30 minutes. Operator turned up display case
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Desserts in front display case from 2/24. Operator date marked
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsed scoop in handwashing sink in kitchen
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser and disinfectant in storage room. Operator labeled
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to white reach in freezer cracked Gasket on white reach in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In a few of white reach in freezer
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in sugar Operator removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar at smoothie station Operator labeled
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels under tongs by cookline
Juice packaged in the establishment that has not been specifically processed to prevent, reduce, or eliminate the presence of pathogens not bearing a warning label. Orange juice made on-site not labeled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Disinfectant cleaner in dish area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket and lid on chest freezer in kitchen Lid on chest freezer in storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Over make table.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Stove and display cabinets in dish area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cookline
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to white reach in freezer held together with tape.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind grill in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. A few of white reach in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handsink back of kitchen. Outside of cooking equipment in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright single door freezer and gasket.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment.
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in makeline.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Containers of soup in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Disinfectant on trash can front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Several bowls on clean dish rack.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. In use utensils stored on wiping cloth in between uses.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to white reach in freezer held together with tape.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind grill in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. A few of white reach in freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handsink back of kitchen. Outside of cooking equipment in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright single door freezer and gasket.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Hanging on trash can up front.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of makeline.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Bug spray on storage shelf in back.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded beef on cart @60 degrees. Operator indicated was sitting out for 30 minutes and going to cook. Suggested put back in cooler until ready to cook. Beef burgers in bottom of reach in cooler @45 degrees Door was open for several minutes. Suggested operator put in freezer to rapid chill.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dish area. Blocked by fryer being worked on.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dish area. Wiping cloths and bucket in it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Hanging on trash can up front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Spices, salt, rice and flour.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Back of house by hood.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf with spices.
Hole in or other damage to wall behind where fryer should be and fleet grill. Pipes exposed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light not functioning over hood.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink back corner of kitchen. Both restrooms do not have employees must wash hands sign. Gave operator sign.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Soiled dry wiping cloth hanging on trash can up front.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Shelf in back of house and utensil holder front counter area. Explained to operator proper way to store.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.