EL CALENTON PR
5570 US HWY 17-92, Haines City FL 33844 · 407-724-5324
Last inspected Mar 11, 2026 · 6 visits since January 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and B. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026010645 | Nov 22, 2025 | Mar 30, 2026 | $160 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Galvanized metal in contact with acidic foods. Observed galvanized metal rods being used for rotisserie chicken and whole pig, cooking procedures. Informed operator of only utilizing proper food grade materials in food preparation.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed axel mounted grille, no hinged cover, and galvanized metal rods used for cooking materials. Informed operator to contact plan review. Informed operator of proper food grade materials to operate outdoor grill.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Galvanized metal in contact with acidic foods. Observed galvanized metal rods being used for rotisserie chicken and whole pig, cooking procedures. Informed operator of only utilizing proper food grade materials in food preparation.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wooden board on top of hand wash sink, being used for storage. Operator removed board and sink was accessible.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed axel mounted grille, no hinged cover, and galvanized metal rods used for cooking materials. Informed operator to contact plan review. Informed operator of proper food grade materials to operate outdoor grill.
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 for any employees.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with deep grooves. Coached operator on how to sand down cutting boards, or advised to get new ones.
Food being prepared outside. Observed whole chickens, and whole pig being cooked on an outside grill.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Employee turned all containers face down.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
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.