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CAYO AZUL

848 SAND LAKE RD, Orlando FL 32809

Last inspected Feb 16, 2024 · 3 visits since September 2023

□ Not on the state's active licence list

This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.

Licence typeFood service
Licence5811534
Grade history
SEP 23
FEB 24
Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2018021345Mar 6, 2018May 16, 2018
4--2018011974Feb 14, 2018Apr 13, 2018$800
4--2016058520Oct 28, 2016Jan 13, 2017$200

Inspection history

3 visits, newest first

Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef above peppers in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal bowl on clean storage rack.
Basic/24-08-4
Sep 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make table cutting boards on front line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in front dish machine dust build up.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Ware wash area and front server line.
Basic/38-07-4/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Large ice machine not working.
Basic/33-31-5/Return visit Sep 25, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority8 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
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. Tested at 0ppm through 3 cycles
High priority/22-41-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb outside of back door.
High priority/29-34-4
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with form.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make table cutting boards on front line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees no certified manager present.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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. Provided operator with form.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in front dish machine dust build up.
Basic/36-34-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on shelf with tortillas.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans on clean storage.
Basic/24-08-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oneness door on front line.
Basic/10-20-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Ware wash area and front server line.
Basic/38-07-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink at bar.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Large ice machine not working.
Basic/33-31-5

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.