BISTRO PARADISE RESTAURANT & BAR
737 N APOPKA VINELAND RD STE 100, Orlando FL 32818 · 407-218-3764
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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APR 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on wall in the kitchen. 1 over triple sink., manager killed Staff killed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024055554 | Jul 17, 2024 | Oct 28, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.; pork (50F - Cold Holding) staff had product out of the cooler. Less than 4 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at the splitter added to hose bibb.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Fish, one frozen and thawed
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Storage area where reach in coolers and freezers are located.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under the equipment on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of the equipment on the cook line, has buildup of grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use items stored on the floor.
Apr 21, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 21, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -6 live roaches under hand wash sink in kitchen -1 live roach under prep table -1 live roach on wall behind mirror at bar -2 live roaches left side of alcohol shelves at bar, around internet routers -operator called pest control, pest control stated they will arrive in 30 minutes
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -all items missing date marking, less than 3 days held per operator
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -all cooler handles
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling above left of hood system soiled with grease
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and displayed
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. -gap in hood filters
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -right side of fryer and wall
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
May 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. white rice, beef, rice with beans 5hrs (48-57F - Cooling). Operator immediately put on ice bath and stirred food for temperature recovery
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator has meat thermometer, but needs a probe thermometer that measures cold temperatures
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several Ceiling tiles in kitchen torn
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Container of employee food in cooler over multiple food for customers. Operator immediately removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. behind fryers behind coolers in back hallway
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gap in hood filters
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom interior of produce cooler and white cooler in back hallway
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. In women's restroom
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Operator immediately removed to outside
Jul 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding) ambient in lower cooler in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding); pork (56F - Cold Holding); rice (56F - Cold Holding); beef sauce (56F - Cold Holding) From yesterday stated by staff.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding); pork (56F - Cold Holding); rice (56F - Cold Holding); beef sauce (56F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. legumes (101F - Hot Holding); black rice with peas (101F - Hot Holding. Less than 4 hours manager turned up heat on steam table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. beef in reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones on top of counter next to equipment.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In small reach in cooler holding eggs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the bar area. Manager wrote a sign.
Stored food not covered. Wings in reach in cooler. Staff covered.
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding) ambient in lower cooler in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding); pork (56F - Cold Holding); rice (56F - Cold Holding); beef sauce (56F - Cold Holding) From yesterday stated by staff.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shelled eggs ambient (58F - Cold Holding); pork (56F - Cold Holding); rice (56F - Cold Holding); beef sauce (56F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. legumes (101F - Hot Holding); black rice with peas (101F - Hot Holding. Less than 4 hours manager turned up heat on steam table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. beef in reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones on top of counter next to equipment.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In small reach in cooler holding eggs.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the bar area. Manager wrote a sign.
Stored food not covered. Wings in reach in cooler. Staff covered.
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Staff added
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Staff added.
Food stored on floor. Oil. Staff picked it up.
Feb 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on wall in the kitchen. 1 over triple sink., manager killed Staff killed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Staff added
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Staff added.
Food stored on floor. Oil. Staff picked it up.
Oct 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (50F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (50F - Cold Holding). Out of the cooler less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sauce (113F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours. Manager turned up heat to reheat.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef in reach in cooler
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dry storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup of coffee on prep table manager discarded.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Aluminum pans on shelf. Manager turned them over
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (50F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (50F - Cold Holding). Out of the cooler less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sauce (113F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours. Manager turned up heat to reheat.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced
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. Beef in reach in cooler
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dry storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup of coffee on prep table manager discarded.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Aluminum pans on shelf. Manager turned them over
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.