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DUO LATIN BISTRO

2377 N ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL, Kissimmee FL 34744 · 407-501-2862

Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats50
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5911672
Grade history
JUN 24
NOV 24
JUN 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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. Sent info to manager.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar Operator stocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar Operator stocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks next to soda rack
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not functioning - operator has it shut down and is only using 3 compartment sink and has a work order in for the dish machine
Basic/16-55-4/Corrective Action Taken
Show the remaining 4 findings ▾
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several on oven handle on cookline
Basic/10-20-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in cup of water 78F next to steamwell
Basic/10-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan inside reach in cooler across from dish machine
Basic/23-03-4
Water draining onto floor surface. From handwashing sink next to three compartment sink
Basic/29-03-4
The state's own report →
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar handwashing sink Operator stocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar handwashing sink Operator stocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to rack near kitchen entrance, chain is hanging off of rack but not attached to tanks
Basic/51-11-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. AirPod case on top of plate that is in use on cookline
Basic/40-06-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer between bar and kitchen entrance
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On cookline
Basic/21-04-4
Jun 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting bard on make table
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jun 13, 2025 · Time Extended
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Return visit Jun 13, 2025 · Facility has chlorine strips instead of temperature measuring strip or device Time Extended
Jun 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No parasite destruction letter for swai used in ceviche
High priority/01D-01-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting bard on make table
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking hand washing sink by dish machine
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling container with water at hand washing sink by dish machine. Educated operator
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle
Basic/10-20-4
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage stored over a container of plantains at reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawing salmon in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with salmon before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines
High priority/01B-13-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw chicken,octopus and calamari and beef temping between 48F-50F. Vent was blocked with containers all the items on the first shelf were in temperature
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw chicken,octopus and calamari and beef temping between 48F-50F. Vent was blocked with containers all the items on the first shelf were in temperature
High priority/03A-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Flap in the interior of ice machine
Basic/22-20-5
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 at reach in cooler
Basic/06-09-1
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Black mini reach in freezer by exit door at back of kitchen
Basic/14-69-4
Jun 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-14-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Sent info to manager.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Advised to pile drying racks other than on handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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. Sent a Knowledgement for employees.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen at prep cooler area.
Basic/36-17-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Claim locked in safe. Manager not present
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Feb 6, 2024 · Admin Complaint
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Return visit Feb 6, 2024 · Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bartender put empty fruit pans in sink at bar Educated
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Claim locked in safe. Manager not present
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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. Claim locked in safe. Manager not present
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. By dishwasher. Cannot dispense soap with ease Chef moved dishwasher
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings in single door cooler
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. E cigarettes on prep table
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
Basic/10-14-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Basic/23-03-4

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.