EMPANADAS SHACK
3810 S ORLANDO DR, Sanford FL 32773 · 321-363-3762
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
5 inspections trending up, 18 points better than where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the traulsen cooler eggs over produce
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw chicken over chopped cabbage
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic cup no handle used to scoop bulk rice
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - purse on shelf with clean food pans and beverages
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Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. - raw shell eggs over unwashed plantain at glass door cooler
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. - eggs ordered temp - burgers ordered to temp Provided paper consumer advisory sign. Operator placed on wall.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - knife in standing water at server station - tongs and ladles at cookline
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small soufflé cup in container with salt
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and bowl on cooks line not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cooks line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on the floor between flat top and warmer on cooks line
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge unable to access their certificate
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the traulsen cooler eggs over produce
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. when adding a splitter to a hose Bibb a vacuum breaker needs to be added to the unprotected side. Currently the splitter is set up with a water line to a chemical dispenser and the other side is open. The open side needs a vacuum breaker added. The chemical device has its back flow protection built in.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade dirty -hand juicer soiled
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge unable to access their certificate
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.
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