GARIBALDI MEXICAN RESTAURANT
2430 E SEMORAN BLVD, Apopka FL 32703 · 407-814-7103
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 19 points better than where it started.
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. Provided operator with handout
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical bottles and glass cleaner stored right next to liquor bottles at bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large pot of beans on stand in front of hand sink in prep area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut board on cooks line has cut marks
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
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Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to diced tomatoes is cracked
Food stored on floor. Numerous bags of ice on floor in walk-in-freezer
Interior of microwave with rust that has pitted the surface, operator discarded
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted on cooks line
Mar 3, 2026Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef in cooler under flat top
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -multiple spray bottles not labeled
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -employee eating in prep area
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Food stored on floor. -red sauce cooling on floor in prep area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -at bar
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Drain cover(s) missing at mop sink
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife on line between cracks
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils at bar in standing water 70°; operator discarded
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in ladies restroom
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with drinks to be served to customers.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. 2 Hand sinks prep area have no trash cans
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 #10 can of whole Jalapeño peppers - dented
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and chorizo in walk-in-cooler over pans of ready to eat salsa
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
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.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas on cooks line in 1/2 pan in water 82°
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Desert cooler at pass through window - gaskets soiled
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 4 #10 cans of tomato sauce 1 #10 can of jalapeno peppers
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Blue chemical Spray bottle in walk-in-cooler over foods hanging on shelf
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quat sanitizer over 500 ppm, operator corrected to 200 ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Broom and pan blocking hand sink cooks line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan stored in handsink on cooks line
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Gallons of liquid butter on floor in kitchen
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Utensils at pass through window not inverted
Feb 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw chicken over French fries.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef. Walk in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can blocking hand sink in bar area.
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/ Operator arrived during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Build up of grease on and around receptacle.
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Air curtains at opened garage doors in dining area no turned on. Facility has open kitchen.
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw pork in walk-in-cooler
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. Provided operator with handout
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by broom and dustpan
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust
Food on floor. Raw chicken being prepared, pan on floor,
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.