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CRACKER BARREL #647

3316 DANIELS RD, Winter Garden FL 34787 · 407-654-2405

Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats205
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5812028
Grade history
APR 24
JUL 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
One Live, small flying insect found on a pie in in cabinet.Operator discarded.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket walk in cooler and ice cream reach in Sides of grill Pre rinse nozzle
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit May 19, 2026 · Sides of grill need cleaning Time Extended
Mar 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours. gravy (131F - Hot Holding) hashbrowns (124F - Hot Holding).Operator discarded hash brown.Gravy,reheat 168 f.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice tea nozzle
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Operated provided plans for the hash brown but was unable to provide the logs for the hash brown.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Garbage can located inside establishment that is not continually used is not covered in employee restroom
Basic/33-28-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket walk in cooler and ice cream reach in Sides of grill Pre rinse nozzle
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Portion cups in kitchen
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry Stored in water in bucket in mop area
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Aug 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 25 findings ▾
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Touched face with bare hand and then plated food items without washing hands
High priority/12A-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Ran machine 3 times
High priority/22-57-6/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw sausage patties stored over pork chop walk in cooler
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours. whipped tub butter (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) moving to quick chill
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours. grits (99F - Hot Holding) operator will reheat
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Plating biscuits
Intermediate/13-06-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head in prep area soiled Coffee machine nozzle Soda nozzles
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions throughout the establishment.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash near soap dispenser on line
Basic/24-27-4/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple scoops on prep table
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelets scooping ice
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Server plating biscuits
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in prep area
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Behind the cooks line.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Croutons
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 125 next to pass thru window Ice scoop near ice machine
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior bottom of fryers soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Stored on prep table next to mixer
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Tongs stored on soiled surface between uses. Tongs stored on cardboard box holding butter pats
Basic/10-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed blueberries over ready to eat strawberries
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Water draining onto floor surface from fan motor and pipes in walk in cooler
Basic/29-03-4/Warning
Mar 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of fryer cabinets are soiled. Cutting board is soiled Interior of heated cabinet is soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Fryer cabinets are soiled. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Back of equipment at cooks line area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Grout is missing throughout the establishment.Broken tiles in the dishwashing area.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
One Live, small flying insect found on a pie in in cabinet.Operator discarded.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.One pie.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of fryer cabinets are soiled. Cutting board is soiled Interior of heated cabinet is soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Operator discarded the bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Dish storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Back of equipment at cooks line area.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Grout is missing throughout the establishment.Broken tiles in the dishwashing area.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Garbage cans soiled.
Basic/33-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of ovens has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of grill heavily soiled. Heavy grease residue on heat lamps and interior of heated cabinets. Filters under the back hood suppression system is soiled. Wipe down all residue on all equipment throughout the establishment. Fans are soiled in walk in cooler,
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Sanitizer bucket stored next clean dishes under prep table.
Basic/21-44-1/Warning
Jul 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area and back room server station area.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor in kitchen area by fry station, ware washing areas.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 3, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One in warewashing area One across from Hot box and handsink area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Fryer baskets at fry station
Intermediate/22-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Reach in coolers at cooks line -Hot box oven exterior -all reach in coolers in kitchen and pre areas
Basic/23-24-4
Garbage can soiled. Trash bin on the right end of cooks line.
Basic/33-17-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven In back prep area.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Reach in coolers exterior at cooks line -Hot box oven exterior -all reach in coolers exterior in kitchen and pre areas -Fan in Walk in cooler
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers by cooks line and back prep areas.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area and back room server station area.
Basic/36-27-5
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor in kitchen area by fry station, ware washing areas.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
High priority/12A-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Electric slicer
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - back prep area - cooks line under fryers
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - missing grout throughout kitchen area.and tile
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. - holes throughout kitchen ares
Basic/36-24-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - ovens in back prep area - microwave on cooks line - microwave on server station
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust - exterior of ovens in back prep area. - exterior of fryers - exterior of ice machine.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - reach in cooler on cooks line
Basic/22-16-4
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.Server is handling ice.
Intermediate/13-06-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Employee is portioning ketchup.
Basic/13-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Grout is missing and broken tiles throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of fryer cabinets are soiled. Wipe down all equipment throughout the establishment. Side of walk in cooler door is soiled. Caulking is soiled handwash sink and dishwashing area. Drain holes are soiled throughout the establishment. Fans in walk in cooler are soiled. Residue build upon ice machine door. Wipe down all shelves throughout the establishment. Heavy residue on heat lamps.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Dec 8, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 29, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
High priority/22-57-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw shell eggs stored next to milk in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
High priority/29-37-4/Warning
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.Server is handling ice.
Intermediate/13-06-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small cutting white boards are soiled. Iced tea basket holder is soiled. Slicer and tomato wedger is soiled. Can opener blade holder is soiled. Mixer head is soiled. Fryer vats are soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Cereal dry storage area.
Intermediate/01B-16-5/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters expired 6/21 for the soda at back line area.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated dust throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Employee is portioning ketchup.
Basic/13-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Grout is missing and broken tiles throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Garbage cans soiled.
Basic/33-17-4/Warning
Holes in wall throughout the establishment.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of ovens have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of fryer cabinets are soiled. Wipe down all equipment throughout the establishment. Side of walk in cooler door is soiled. Caulking is soiled handwash sink and dishwashing area. Drain holes are soiled throughout the establishment. Fans in walk in cooler are soiled. Residue build upon ice machine door. Wipe down all shelves throughout the establishment. Heavy residue on heat lamps.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning

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