AREPAS EL CACAO
1990 E OSCEOLA PKWY, Kissimmee FL 34743 · 4074438973
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded beef temping at 60F in glass reach in cooler across from triple sink. Per operator item was made 24 hours ago
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bag with raw meat inside in reach in freezer closest to back door
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over green onion case in reach in cooler in prep area Operator changed order
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beans (121F - Hot Holding); shredded pork (124F - Hot Holding); shredded beef (128F - Hot Holding); shredded chicken (120F - Hot Holding) All items in steam table 1 hour per operator Operator raised temperature on steam table to reheat items
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At handwashing sink next to three compartment sink
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Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At handwashing sink next to three compartment sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine next to front counter handwashing sink
Equipment in poor repair. Several torn equipment gaskets throughout
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout facility
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink next to three compartment sink
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several on clean dish shelf in prep area
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over pumpkins, celery, and cheese in stainless steel reach in cooler in prep area closest to mixer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink next to three compartment sink filled with dishes Operator removed dishes
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In restroom
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Two containers in reach in cooler underneath make table across from cookline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table next to cookline equipment
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach in cooler at front counter and on reach in freezer and cooler in prep area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout facility
Food stored on floor. Case of potatoes in prep area Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in prep area next to glass door reach in cooler
Light not functioning. One in hood over cookline
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light above kitchen entrance on three compartment sink side
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink next to three compartment sink Emailed operator sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in freezer at front counter Fan inside of stainless steel reach in cooler in prep area
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several on clean dish shelf in prep area
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of deli containers on floor in prep area
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef roasts stored over vegetables in reach in cooler in kitchen area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen handwashing sink blocked by buckets on floor
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Degreaser bottle in handwashing sink at front counter Aluminum pans in handwashing sink in kitchen Operator removed
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired April 1st 2025 displayed
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in freezer in prep area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Equipment gaskets throughout
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef roasts thawing in sink of standing water Operator turned on running water
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados with produce stickers still on stored in make table on cookline
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Micro greens stored in containers lined and covered with paper towels at glass reach in cooler across from triple sink
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked chicken at reach in cooler at back of kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at front counter
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front counter
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags and jacket stored on dry storage shelf with rice cooked per,disposable gloves and Saran Wrap
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler at back of kitchen has torn gaskets
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout facility
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with sugar
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink by triple sink
Water draining onto floor surface. From reach in cooler across from hand washing sink
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over arepa dough at reaching cooler next to back door
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shredded beef temping at 60F in glass reach in cooler across from triple sink. Per operator item was made 24 hours ago
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded beef temping at 60F in glass reach in cooler across from triple sink. Per operator item was made 24 hours ago
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to triple sink
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee meal stored in reach in cooler at front counter with food served to the public
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor at prep area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with sugar Scoop handles in direct contact with ice
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. At back area where prep takes place
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shrimp,cheese,ham,potato salad and butter temping between 53F-58F. Per operator all items except for milk had been there more than four hours
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp,cheese,ham,potato salad butter and milk temping between 53F-58F. Per operator all items except for milk had been there more than four hours.Advised operator to move milk to glass refrigerator. Operator has other refrigeration.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink across from glass reach in fridge
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purses stored on dry storage rack at back prep area
Equipment in poor repair. Low boy reach in cooler at front line holding temperature at 54F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Low boy reach in freezer at front counter has food debris in between the gaskets
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor at back prep kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in clear container at prep table not labeled
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment in poor repair. 2 door reach in freezer gasket
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Back kitchen
Food stored on floor. Potatoes Soda syrup Frying oil
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. 2 door reach in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers in back
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar Flour
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.