COQUI RESTAURANT
4004 S ORLANDO DR, Sanford FL 32773 · 407.732.4660
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on shelf above triple sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023063065 | Aug 7, 2023 | Dec 27, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2017049147 | Aug 31, 2017 | Jan 31, 2018 | $1,000 |
| 4--2017015970 | Feb 22, 2017 | Jul 31, 2017 | $600 |
| 4--2015034201 | Jun 22, 2015 | Sep 2, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of hot holding display case
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 19, 2025□ 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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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on shelf above triple sink
Food stored on floor. - jug of cooking oil
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers
Jul 22, 2025□ 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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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - spatulas and ladles at cookline
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COOKLINE: - ham (49F - Cold Holding); - soup (49F - Cold Holding); - beef empanadas (49F - Cold Holding); - shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); - milk (49F - Cold Holding) Operator states unit frequently opened during lunch rush
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - floor cleaner stored next to jugs of fruit nectar. Operator moved
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cookline cooler
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - scoops and ladles
Food stored on floor. - bag of onions on floor at walk-in cooler
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - spatulas and ladles at cookline
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb located on back of building.
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. - 1 new employee. Emailed blank form
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cookline cooler
Equipment in poor repair. - walk in cooler door not tightly closed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - floor fan dusty - walk in fan covers dusty
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cook line coolers
Equipment in poor repair. - walk in cooler door not tight fitting at top
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Jan 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel used to line plate of cooked bacon at reach in cooler on cooks line
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 opened two days ago not date marked at reach in cooler on cooks line
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Small red,green and blue cutting boards at cooks area
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door does not seal at the top
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave stored on top of small reach in freezer at prep area
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer next to triple sink
Jan 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel used to line plate of cooked bacon at reach in cooler on cooks line
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 opened two days ago not date marked at reach in cooler on cooks line
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Small red,green and blue cutting boards at cooks area
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door does not seal at the top
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave stored on top of small reach in freezer at prep area
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in freezer next to triple sink
Aug 8, 2023□ 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. -walk in cooler door will not close tightly on its own
Aug 7, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 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. In the walk in cooler yucca (51F - Cold Holding); steak (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding) items from prior night
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. yucca (51F - Cold Holding); steak (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees pork roast (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding)
Equipment in poor repair. -walk in cooler door will not close tightly on its own
Hole in or other damage to wall. At the 3 compartment sink
Aug 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 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. In the walk in cooler yucca (51F - Cold Holding); steak (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding) items from prior night
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. yucca (51F - Cold Holding); steak (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees pork roast (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. With food in the store age rack cleaner, fly tape, medicine with coffee and spices
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Soup
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Equipment in poor repair. -walk in cooler door will not close tightly on its own
Hole in or other damage to wall. At the 3 compartment sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods soiled
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.