EL GARABATO LATIN BAR & GRILL
6432 E COLONIAL DR, Orlando FL 32807 · 407-766-5031
Last inspected Oct 14, 2025 · 8 visits since December 2023
MAR 24
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JAN 25
SEP 25
OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on floor in between coolers
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind oven at cook line Hole in cove base in liquor room
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back kitchen exit door
Oct 13, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked conch on 10/12, placed in cooler cover with plastic wrap over night. Temperature 52f, item never cooled to 41f degrees. Per cook and owner, item in cooler and never removed
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on floor in between coolers
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked conch on 10/12, placed in cooler cover with plastic wrap over night. Temperature 52f, item never cooled to 41f degrees. Per cook and owner, item in cooler and never removed
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bottle caps on basin of hand sink at bar area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quat sanitizer
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both restrooms
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling over 3 bay sink has openings
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Ladies restroom
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in trap under bar Owner removed trap
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall behind oven at cook line Hole in cove base in liquor room
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in stand up freezer in outside storage room
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at bar area
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back kitchen exit door
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cook line has debris build up
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in dry storage room in outside area with mop sink
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at 3 bay sink leaking Pipe under mop sink leaking
Jan 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bib with splitter back storage area no vacuum breaker
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with chemical not labeled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom door not self closing tight fitting
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No current license displayed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at back door leading outside
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at front hand sink bar area and women's room
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bib with splitter back storage area no vacuum breaker
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 of food handler training
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with chemical not labeled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom door not self closing tight fitting
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No current license displayed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at back door leading outside
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at front hand sink bar area and women's room
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or drying device in both men's and women's restrooms
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items stored in coolers no date marking
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at back door leading to outside
Food stored on floor. Case of oil on floor Employee removed and placed on rack
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Towel under cutting board. Employee removed
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 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. Operator unable to find form. Provided new.
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. Operator unable to find form. Provided new form, working employees read and signed form
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed towel
Dec 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling in kitchen light soil
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.