EL COLMADON
743 N MAGNOLIA AVE, Orlando FL 32803 · 321-365-2771
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on wall behind 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025081408 | Nov 5, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bottle in hand sink basin in ware wash area Thawing shrimp in basin of hand sink at cook line, and no running water
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser at ware wash area hand sink
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler at cook line
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing bracelet
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Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Over oven
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on handle of fryers
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cook line
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Desserts in grab and cooler with drinks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over oven have debris build up Wheels on fryer has heavy grease build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler drawers at cook line have food and debris build up
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing shrimp in basin of hand sink at cook line, and no running water
Nov 7, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -spray bottle with clear substance not labeled
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -multiple items missing date marking
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles at restroom hallway in disrepair
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -ice machine door detached -flip top reach in cooler seals torn
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. -missing hood filter above oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -kitchen equipment under hood system accumulation of grease and food debris
Nov 6, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches under counter right side of flip top reach in cooler -3 live roaches in open cabinet under hand wash sink in kitchen -50 live roaches under point of sale counter in kitchen -7 live roaches under 3 compartment sink -1 live roach on wall under hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -2 live roaches in wall molding at entryway to dish washing area
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -spray bottle with clear substance not labeled
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -multiple items missing date marking
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles at restroom hallway in disrepair
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -ice machine door detached -flip top reach in cooler seals torn
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. -missing hood filter above oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -kitchen equipment under hood system accumulation of grease and food debris
Nov 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches under counter right side of flip top reach in cooler -3 live roaches in open cabinet under hand wash sink in kitchen -50 live roaches under point of sale counter in kitchen -7 live roaches under 3 compartment sink -1 live roach on wall under hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink -2 live roaches in wall molding at entryway to dish washing area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pernil (47F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -cleaner stored with food products next to hand wash sink
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -spray bottle with clear substance not labeled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -plantains stored in hand wash sink between reach
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -washing plantains in hand wash sink
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -multiple items missing date marking
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles at restroom hallway in disrepair
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee phone on in use prep table at front counter
Equipment in poor repair. -ice machine door detached -flip top reach in cooler seals torn
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. -missing hood filter above oven
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -tongs on fryer door handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -kitchen equipment under hood system accumulation of grease and food debris
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -flip top reach in cooler accumulation of food debris
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. -left side of side exit door blocked by trash can
Jan 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by dish area no paper towels Operator provided paper towels
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table next to empanadas prep area Operator removed drink
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef in bin not under running water Operator turned water on
Jan 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gasket broken reach in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled over ovens and fryers
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by mop bucket
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. Prior inspection on 11/21 is currently on a warning for no employee food safety training, operator in process of completing training
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board on line
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets hanging off reach in freezer front line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled by fryers
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor by oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled to colors / low boy Right hood filters are soiled
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados front line still has sticker on product to eat cooler front line
Soiled Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelf front counter holding opened to go containers
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. Provided operator with form
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pot in hand sink next to ware wash
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. 3 workers present to proof spot any food handler training
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. Provided form. Employees signed form during inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior ice machine soiled
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket broken reach in freezer
Food stored on floor. Plantains stored on floor end cook line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in standing 71° water
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted Provided poster to post. Operator posted sign on wall
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled over ovens and fryers
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened containers of drinks stored in reach in freezer
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws on display not wrapped
Jun 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -no chlorine test kit for using bleach in 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -inside machine. Moved scoop to a container next to machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. -faucet loose on hand wash sink next to steam table. -hot water faucet at hand wash sink next to side door turned off due to leak.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -wet mop on floor next to 3 compartment sink.
May 31, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on wall behind 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -no chlorine test kit for using bleach in 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor under 3 compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -inside machine. Moved scoop to a container next to machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. -faucet loose on hand wash sink next to steam table. -hot water faucet at hand wash sink next to side door turned off due to leak.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -wet mop on floor next to 3 compartment sink.
May 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on wall behind 3 compartment sink. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -no chlorine test kit for using bleach in 3 compartment sink to sanitize.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor under 3 compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -inside machine. Moved scoop to a container next to machine.
Plumbing system in disrepair. -faucet loose on hand wash sink next to steam table. -hot water faucet at hand wash sink next to side door turned off due to leak.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -wet mop on floor next to 3 compartment sink.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. After preparing food. Employee washed hands with gloves on. I corrected him. He then removed gloves and washed hands
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water faucet by reach in coolers unable to turn on
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on fryer handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents over fryer
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.