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FAT ROSIE'S

749 N ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando FL 32828

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats327
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5815672
Grade history
MAR 24
OCT 24
FEB 26
MAY 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small live flying insects at dry storage area not landing at any food. Operator killed it. Next routine visit per supervisor.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken strips stored over fries bottom of make table. Operator switched it.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Enchilada station make table; diced tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding); pico (49F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (49F - Cold Holding); fita cheese (50F - Cold Holding) Make table was off operator stated the food was at the walk-in cooler and they just moved it to the make table 11 am and moved all the food to walk-in freezer to cool down and turned on the make table.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Kitchen make table,exp station and steam table cutting board.
Basic/14-09-4
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Equipment in poor repair. Hot hold back area gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area Standing water (Back area by the mop sink ).
Basic/36-22-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs stored in standing water 115f. Operator replaced the container at the stove to reheat water.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom table expo station both of them.
Basic/29-49-6
The state's own report →
May 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 small live flying insects at dry storage area not landing at any food. Operator killed it. Next routine visit per supervisor.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only observed 2 certificate.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook prepared food no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect devices stored over soda machine and chips station.
Basic/35B-02-4
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna stack not identified as raw. Operator add it manually.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Oct 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Tuscan mix prepped 9-24-24.
High priority/02C-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Tuscan mix prepped 9-24-24
High priority/01B-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Amanda costa 3-6-2019 Serve safe.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fan and lid stored at the employee hand sink by the dish area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/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/Repeat Violation/Warning
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. The employee hand sink at the prep area.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At the dish area glass cleaner no label.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At the stove Handel.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
Light not functioning. One out by the hoods.
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At prep table by the stove.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
01B-24-5 Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Red beans made 2-20-24 Priority: High Priority
High priority/01B-24-5
02C-01-5 Observed: Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Red beans made 2-20-24. Priority: High Priority
High priority/02C-01-5
03B-01-6 Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cauliflower rice (101F - Hot Holding)from 2.5 hours. Priority: High Priority
High priority/03B-01-6/Repeat Violation
29-42-4 Observed: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Priority: High Priority
High priority/29-42-4
16-62-1 Observed: No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/16-62-1
29-28-4 Observed: Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Expired 11/23 Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/29-28-4
31A-09-4 Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand sink by the dish area. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
31B-02-4 Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee hand sink by the dish area. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/31B-02-4
31B-03-4 Observed: No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee hand sink by the dish area. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
41-17-4 Observed: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/41-17-4
53A-05-6 Observed: 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/ Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/53A-05-6
08B-38-4 Observed: Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored at the floor. Priority: Basic
Basic/08B-38-4
10-07-4 Observed: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 67 f at the bar area. Priority: Basic
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
16-46-4 Observed: Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Storage area. Priority: Basic
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
24-05-4 Observed: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Storage area. Priority: Basic
Basic/24-05-4
24-08-4 Observed: Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Storage area. Priority: Basic
Basic/24-08-4
29-11-4 Observed: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Mop sink. Dump sink. Priority: Basic
Basic/29-11-4
36-62-4 Observed: Light not functioning. By the hoods. Priority: Basic
Basic/36-62-4
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. enchilada chicken (91F - Hot Holding) in steam well near chip dispenser. In unit 90 minutes per operator. beef (110F - Hot Holding); cooked mushrooms (80F - Hot Holding), left on stove top, no heat. Operator discarded
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow liquid at bar
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Near back door
Basic/22-20-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.at bar
Basic/31B-04-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dish
Basic/16-46-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. On cookline, operator discarded
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site

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.