BLACK & GOLD BAR & GRILL
1724 N ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando FL 32826 · 407.658.9008
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 4 live small flying insects in bar area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025067581 | Sep 11, 2025 | Oct 20, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2024057361 | Jul 23, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found 4 live small flying insects in bar area
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over pancake batter in ric, properly stored.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Penne pasta with date marked of 7-13-2026 Cooked wings with date marking of 7-8-2026
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Penne pasta with date marked of 7-13-2026 Cooked wings with date marking of 7-8-2026
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quat sanitizer bucket over 500 ppm. Rechecked after adding water 400 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener debris, employee cleaned.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No training for morning cook.
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. No proof for cook who has been working for almost a year inspector provided emailed copy. Corrective Action TakenCorrective Action Taken**
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Mold like substance in ceiling tiles located in dish area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved and stains cutting boards in coin line.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened water bottle stored in reach in cooler across from oven. Removed Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler and gaskets, employee cleaned. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Nov 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards on line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters debris Grease build up under flat top
Nov 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items kept cold holding overnight on make table on cook one: Sliced sausage 44F, diced ham 44F, meatballs 45F, Items kept cold holding overnight on reach in cooler across from oven : Salmon 47F, shredded cheese 46F, steak 47F, liquid eggs 46f, French toast batter 46f, sliced cheese 46 F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items kept cold holding overnight on make table on cook one: Sliced sausage 44F, diced ham 44F, meatballs 45F, Items kept cold holding overnight on reach in cooler across from oven : Salmon 47F, shredded cheese 46F, steak 47F, liquid eggs 46f, French toast batter 46f, sliced cheese 46 F, cheese sauce46F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Paper roll inside hand sink located on bar. Removed Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
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. No proof for new server. Inspector provided copy and operator signed. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Probe thermometers with 32 F off
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser bottle kept at bar with no label.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler across from oven with temperature of 45f
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards on line.
In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters debris Grease build up under flat top
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust Wall behind fryer has grease build up.
Sep 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Salsa and roasted red peppers
Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect on bank area 1 small flying insect on dry storage area 3 small flying insects coming from drain under ice machine. 4 small flying insects on wall were glasses are located on dish area Total = 9 small flying insects Admin ComplaintAdmin Complaint**
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over gravy in reach in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 19 rodent droppings on floor under three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole on ceiling tile on banquet area Hole on ceiling tile over reach in cooler by back exit door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in cook line and on banquet area Hole
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Mold like substance in reach in cooler make table shelves
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind grill and on prep area
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken tenders stored over fries in reach in freezer. Raw burger meat stored over pepperoni in reach in freezer. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Unable to dispense soap from soap dispenser located at bar area.
Equipment in poor repair.Walk in freezer down.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper stored over toaster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers have dust
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over cooked chicken in reach in cooler at cook line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bottom of hot box in kitchen has debris build up
Food stored on floor. Box of oil in dry storage on floor
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at cook line
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand up reach in cooler at server station
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust shelves in stand up cooler at end of cook line with Tim foil on shelves
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of single service item on the floor in dry storage room
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in reach in cooler located across from oven
Jul 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 13 small flying insects on apple that has pesticides in dish area 1 small flying insects on top of ice bucket by ice machine 3 small flying insects under dish machine 2 small flying insects on wall on dish area by plates 1 small flying insect on office 1 small flying insects under reach in cooler located in cook line 2 small flying insects on dry storage Total=23 small flyings insects
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs kept in walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 45F. Cut melons kept ambient cooling in walk in cooler for over 4 hrs with temperature of 45F. Raw chicken pieces kept in walk since Wednesday with temperature of 45F. Rice kept walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 44F Cooked penne pasta kept in walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 44F.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing orders while wearing a watch
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Inside walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in reach in cooler located across from oven
Jul 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dm chlorine 0 ppm
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 13 small flying insects on apple that has pesticides in dish area 1 small flying insects on top of ice bucket by ice machine 3 small flying insects under dish machine 2 small flying insects on wall on dish area by plates 1 small flying insect on office 1 small flying insects under reach in cooler located in cook line 2 small flying insects on dry storage Total=23 small flyings insects
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon kept in reach in cooler since Tuesday thawing in rop package.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs kept in walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 45F. Cut melons kept ambient cooling in walk in cooler for over 4 hrs with temperature of 45F. Raw chicken pieces kept in walk since Wednesday with temperature of 45F. Rice kept walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 44F Cooked penne pasta kept in walk in cooler overnight with temperature of 44F.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sliced ham and turkey opened since two days ago and no date marked.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in bar area
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon kept in tall reach in cooler in cook line, kept since last Tuesday.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing orders while wearing a watch
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Inside walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves have mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in reach in cooler located across from oven
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Debris on wall behind cook line
Feb 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under flat top grill Storage spaces under prep station Exterior of microwave
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler cabinet at entrance to cook line
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 5 flying insects at bar
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle at bar. Operator removed to be cleaned
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on both prep tables
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under coffee machine at wait station - under prep station -Under all cooking equipment on cook line -Under triple sink -Floor of walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under flat top grill Storage spaces under prep station Exterior of microwave
Plumbing system in disrepair. -Cooler at end of cook line dripping inside. -beer cooler at bar water inside by evidence of wet rags
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler cabinet at entrance to cook line
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling of walk in cooler has debris by the fans Hole in ceiling by walk in cooler and walk in freezer Floor at entrance and at the end of walk in cooler is in disrepair
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in reach in cooler at beginning of cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand washing sink at bar.emailed operator hand washing sign
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at beginning of cooks line has debris build up
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries and blueberries stored over orange juice stored in a carafes Unwashed fruits stored over ready to eat in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler at beginning of cooks line
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.