CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
4675 SAINT JOHNS PARKWAY, Sanford FL 32771 · 407-323-7868
Last inspected Dec 4, 2025 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwashing sink in dishwashing area blocked by large round trash can
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles in dishwashing area have an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -front kitchen floor tiles
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -accumulation of grease and food debris on tops of "clamshell" grills -walk-in cooler door -sides of fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area have an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -lemon butter sauce 120F and marsala sauce 122F, per employee less than 1 hour stored in steam table double panned, employee retuned sauces to pans to rapidly reheat, rechecked lemon butter sauce 210F and marsala sauce 202F
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink next to dishwasher blocked by large round trash can, operator relocated
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink next to dishwasher used to store discarded piece of wood, operator removed
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area water 73F, operator states repairs have been requested
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling over dishwashing area has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -side glass door near entrance to kitchen
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -in front kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath grill has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -multiple broken tiles in front kitchen area
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of lobster ravioli stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer, operator elevated
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -bar utensils stored in water 91F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelf below grill has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink next to dishwasher soiled -exterior of dry goods containers have an accumulation of food debris -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris
Water draining onto floor surface. -underneath dishwasher
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container in front kitchen lacking label
Jun 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of ice machine in rear prep area -white cutting boards stained throughout kitchen
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area water 78F
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -intake vents over rear prep area
Floor in disrepair. -walk-in freezer
Plumbing system in disrepair. -plastic pipe leaking from Ecolab soap dispenser -water continuously flowing from triple sink, operator repaired
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall to right of grill at end of cookline -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Water draining onto floor surface. -underneath dishwasher
Jun 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -rigatoni cooked 5/31/2025 @ 11:36am and linguine cooked 6/2/2025 @ 11:52am, operated discarded
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked fettuccine 48-49F, per operator stored with reach-in cooler drawer partially open less than 4 hours, operator relocated to walk-in freezer to rapidly cool
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 bar area
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of ice machine in rear prep area -white cutting boards stained throughout kitchen
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled spray bottle stored in bar area, operator discarded
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area water 78F
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -intake vents over rear prep area
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -large plastic container on shelf in dishwashing area, operator reorganized
Floor in disrepair. -walk-in freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer underneath shelves
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -large plastic container of pomodoro sauce stored on the floor underneath prep sink, employee relocated to walk-in cooler
In-use spatula stored in cracks between side of grill and wall, operator removed
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of dry goods containers soiled -walk-in cooler door/gasket -shelves below grill
Plumbing system in disrepair. -plastic pipe leaking from Ecolab soap dispenser -water continuously flowing from triple sink, operator repaired
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall to right of grill at end of cookline -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Water draining onto floor surface. -underneath dishwasher
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -evidence of handwash sink in bar area used as a dump sink, food debris present -employee dumped soda water in handwash sink in bar area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area, operator restocked paper towels
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee personal items stored above "store and pour" containers in bar area, operator removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath handwash sink in bar area
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -bar utensils stored in room temperature soda water, operator discarded soda water
Stored food not covered. -prepared garnishes stored uncovered on bar, operator covered
Dec 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -employee filling cannolis while touching the shell with his bare hands, operator immediately coached employee regarding correct procedure
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken stored over cooked beef short ribs in walk-in cooler, operator relocated cooked beef short ribs
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink in rear prep area blocked by trash can, operator relocated
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in cookline area across from grill and handwash sink in employee unisex bathroom, operator installed paper towels
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle hanging off round tray holder in service area, operator discarded
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in rear prep area: water turned off, operator turned back on
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vents over rear prep area have an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Equipment in poor repair. -Hobart mixer cover cracked, operator states replacement cover has been ordered
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -cookline
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -large pasta container lids corners cracked
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink at cookline across from fryers, provided handwashing signs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris. -walk-in cooler shelves have a light accumulation of grease and food debris
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above prep table, behind Hobart mixer, has an accumulation of food debris -walls over handwash sink in cookline area -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -meatballs 48F in reach in 2 hrs per operator. Moved to walk in cooler. cheese 48F, also 2 hrs, moved to walk in @2:10pm. At 3:24 pm meatballs 43F and cheese 42F
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling in dish room -vents in dry storage area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -open soda can on prep table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of ice well, surrounding walls, drain, and floor under ice well soiled in carry out area
Plumbing system in disrepair. -sink in bar. Operator states work order has been submitted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -on front cook line
Walk-in cooler door with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above sink in dish room is soiled where sink joins wall
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shell eggs over washed produce in walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - chicken wings, 47F; meatballs, 47F; butter, 47F; cheese 45F; (cooler near fryer) -pasta 45F; mussels 44F; (cooler across from stove) - pasta 45F, cooler across from pasta cooker Butter43F second temperature reading,
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - ice discarded in server station hand sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. - across from pizza oven
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust. - cookline
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. See stop sale.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - near pasta cooker
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - reach in freezer across from fryers - walk in freezer
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers soiled with grease and grime
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. - opened bag of rice in dry storage area
Walk-in cooler door with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - elbow fitting at handsink in center of front 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.