CYPRESS COVE RESTAURANT
4425 S PLEASANT HILL RD, Kissimmee FL 34746 · (407)846-9727
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
AUG 24
MAY 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024021068 | Mar 1, 2024 | May 8, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawing snappers in sealed individual rop bags not removed from bag,per manufacturer's guidelines
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at prep area. Operated put paper towel in dispenser
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser in generic spray bottle with no label at dish wash area
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over prep area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Spoons at dry dish storage not inverted
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. Thawing snappers in sealed individual rop bags not removed from bag,per manufacturer's guidelines
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice build up around door frame,curtains and window
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with flour,operator put handle in upright position
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pull out refrigeration drawers on cooks line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at storage area where flour and panko are stored
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Panko and flour with no label,operator made labels and placed on containers
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawing tuna in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with tuna before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines Shrimp rop on site
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. For the mussels
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. For mussels
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Degreaser and sanitizer in clear bottles have no label at triple sink
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. Thawing tuna in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with tuna before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup at walk in freezer
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with flour at dry storage.Operator moved
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor under fryers on cooks line
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed mussels on mussels in kitchen. Per operator, mussel tags are held in managers office and are locked, employee did not have access.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at prep area blocked by trash can. Moved to wash hands.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on bottom shelf of prep table by oven not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine along white splash guard.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles on cookline have water damage.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Chill stick stored directly in contact with shelf of walk-in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on prep table by handwashing sink in prep area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Along door frame and curtains of walk-in freezer door.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Hand,e of scoop touching panko in dry storage area. Operator removed.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Gatorade bottle in reach-in cooler on cookline closest to dry storage area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pull out drawers on grill soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop next to ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour in dry storage area not labeled.
May 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice, beef chicken walk in cooler # 2
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Cooked meatballs walk in freezer
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Both walk in coolers
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over dumplings
Food stored on floor. Bag of potatoes.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Booster not working. Must use triple sink. Operator placed DO NOT USE sign.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 00 ppm, remade 200 ppm.
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Booster not working. Must use triple sink. Operator placed DO NOT USE sign.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over prosciutto in walk in cooler
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Mussel tags.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 00 ppm, remade 200 ppm.
Oct 16, 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. Upright cooler in dry storage handle.
Aug 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Expo area hand wash sink blocked by cabinet.
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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle in dish area.
Equipment in poor repair. Upright cooler in dry storage handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Big wall fan dusty.
Stored food not covered. Whipped butter portions.
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.