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FILO LAKE MARY

4287 W LAKE MARY BLVD, Lake Mary FL 32746 · 386-341-1039

Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats30
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6904949
Grade history
JAN 24
NOV 24
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 32 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - chicken (108F - Hot Holding); - roasted lamb (122F - Hot Holding); - cooked vegetables (108F - Hot Holding)
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2020048182Sep 18, 2020Nov 19, 2020$160

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 13, 2026 · Time Extended
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked onion (49F - Cold Holding); - tcs cauliflower (50F - Cold Holding); - beet hummus (52F - Cold Holding); - roasted pepper hummus (52F - Cold Holding); - garlic hummus (52F - Cold Holding); - spinach feta hummus (52F - Cold Holding); - baba ganoush hummus (52F - Cold Holding) Operator states less than 4hours. Operator placed on ice bath.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - purse on shelf next to togo cups - cellphone on food preparation counter.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - purse and jacket stored on shelf with togo items
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Aug 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Return visit Aug 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers dusty
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Aug 26, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw eggs over cooked brisket
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - hummus (47F - Cold Holding); - spinach feta (48F - Cold Holding); - cut tomato (46F - Cold Holding) Operator states less than 3 hours. Added ice bath to bottom.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - chicken (108F - Hot Holding); - roasted lamb (122F - Hot Holding); - cooked vegetables (108F - Hot Holding)
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers dusty
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - lamb in container of standing water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 8, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
High priority/50-08-7
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - hand wash sink removed from prep/warewash station. - ownership change with remodel
Intermediate/51-16-7
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Salmon improperly thawing not removed from vacuum bag while frozen per manufacturer instructions
High priority/01B-13-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout facility
Basic/14-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents over flat top grill
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Salmon improperly thawing not removed from vacuum bag while frozen per manufacturer instructions
Basic/06-01-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Case of unwashed romaine stored over drinks and cooked chicken in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the mop sink
High priority/29-34-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4

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.