FIRST WATCH RESTAURANT
7710 PALM PKWY #110, Orlando FL 32836 · 941.907.9800
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pancake batter (57F - Cold Holding) operator chose to discard.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature whipped butter (portion cups) 46°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours. Recommend to quick chill product in the freezer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored with bag of sugar and tortillas on the storage shelves.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed half half not date marked stored inside walk in cooler.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed glass ware stored next to hand wash sink located in the bar area.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed restaurant license displayed 4/1/2026
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near dish machine, has a bad odor, spoke to Manager.
Toilet leaking. Observed toilet leaking on the floor in the Women's restroom.
Nov 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board has green discoloration left on the surface located on the cook line. Recommend to replace or resurface.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed arugula, shredded lettuce, spring mix stored inside walk in cooler.
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature deli ham 47°f, sliced roast beef 47°f, havarti cheese 50°f, ham steak 48°f stored inside refrigerator drawers located on the cook line less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill product in walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board has green discoloration left on the surface located on the cook line. Recommend to replace or resurface.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed old food debris splashed on the exterior of the dish machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor underneath the storage shelves. Spoke to Manager concerning the standing water also bad odor from the floor tiles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris spilled on the walk in freezer floor also underneath storage shelves.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observe coffee cups with old food dried on the surface.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed arugula, shredded lettuce, spring mix stored inside walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the top of the dishmachine. Employee removed at time of inspection Sign posted.
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked mixed shredded cheese 48°f, deli ham 44°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 1 hour recommend to quick chill product, also used smaller amount in pans.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed half half not date marked stored inside walk in cooler overnight.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed three white cutting board soiled has yellow discoloration on the surface located on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed trash and debris spilled on the walk in freezer floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth stored underneath cutting board salad station.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty shelves inside reach in cooler used for salads.
Nov 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dirty water has floating food particles inside stored on the stove top, recommend to change water more often.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked deli ham 48°f, roast beef 45/46°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill product or use ice bags.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juicer machine has old food debris left on the surface.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed two cylinder not properly secured Manager provide at time of inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed servers wearing watches while food handling in the expo line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed bar tender beard also employee working in the kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on the counters throughout kitchen. Manager removed immediately
Feb 23, 2024Inspection 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 cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pancake batter (57F - Cold Holding) operator chose to discard.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Diced soiled
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White boards in kitchen with grooves.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils throughout kitchen
Light not functioning in walk in freezer
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Raw ready to eat salmon stored next to raw bacon in walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Glass cleaner stored next to clean mugs at the bar area. Degreaser stored on top of dishmachine.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.Employee is handling lemons.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.White cutting boards are stained. Egg cups are stained.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Bar area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of grill has a residue build up on grill.
Sanitizer bucket stored next to slicer under the prep table.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids at servers station.
Unwashed kiwi stored over ready to eat onions in walk in cooler.
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.