BORI-BOWLS
209 US HWY 27 S, Sebring FL 33870 · 863-270-5686
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2025
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on a prep table next to shelf with bowls, observed approximately five live roaches on the wall near the 3- compartment sink and three live roaches on the floor underneath the 3-compartment sink.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025084793 | Nov 24, 2025 | May 4, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed a container of raw chicken over a pan of bagged cooked pasta in the reach in freezer in dry storage area, owner moved the chicken to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in front area with ice in it.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for butter in food preparation area on counter in kitchen, operator filled out plan before end of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door on reach in cooler in kitchen is not closing properly.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 74 degrees in the kitchen next to the rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of chicken in sink in back of kitchen improperly thawing, owner turned on water.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution read 10ppm in the kitchen, owner changed solution new reading at 100ppm.
Jan 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Dec 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris in the microwave.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on container on shelve in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in reach in cooler rusted in kitchen.
Dec 5, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated inside and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated at tables and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Dec 1, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated inside and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on a prep table next to shelf with bowls, observed approximately five live roaches on the wall near the 3- compartment sink and three live roaches on the floor underneath the 3-compartment sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated at tables and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not air drying properly in the front counter area.
Nov 25, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated inside and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on a prep table next to shelf with bowls, observed approximately five live roaches on the wall near the 3- compartment sink and three live roaches on the floor underneath the 3-compartment sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated at tables and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not air drying properly in the front counter area.
Nov 24, 2025Administrative determination recommendedRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated inside and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on a prep table next to shelf with bowls, observed approximately five live roaches on the wall near the 3- compartment sink and three live roaches on the floor underneath the 3-compartment sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed restaurant is open and operating without a license, a board listed with specials on it outside, customers seated at tables and preparation of food, establishment is open and operating.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately four dead roaches in the utility sink in the kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food, employee removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of pans on the shelf with water in between not air drying properly in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle in a pan of pico de gallo on the front salad bar, operator corrected.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not air drying properly in the front counter area.
Sep 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Observed: Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed prescription medicine on a shelve in the preparation area in the front, operator moved. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment is open and serving food. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Observed operator using quaternary test kit and it should be chlorine test kit. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed a stack of pans on the shelf with water in between, not air drying properly. Priority: Basic
Observed: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap underneath the back exit door in the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clear containers on the shelf in the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clear containers on the shelf in the kitchen. Priority: Basic
Observed: Open dumpster lid. Priority: Basic
Observed: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler in the kitchen the shelves are rusted and pitied. Priority: Basic
Observed: Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the reach in cooler next to the grill. Priority: Basic
Observed: Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed a butane torch on the shelve with Sazon seasoning boxes, operator removed. Priority: Basic
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in the front counter area has a torn gasket on the middle door.
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.