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GARNET INN & SUITES

8820 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, Orlando FL 32809

Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats38
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA5811861
Grade history
NOV 23
OCT 24
AUG 25
AUG 26
— STEADY

4 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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 handout.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — none earned
★ 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--2019005858Nov 28, 2018Apr 30, 2019$160

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Staff added paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Kitchen area wall was removed between dish washing and dry storage.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dry Storage area
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
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Food stored on floor. Case of apples.
Basic/08B-38-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer
Basic/22-16-4
The state's own report →
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Commet on counter next to coffee. Manager removed.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dry storage area
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling tile missing. Drop ceiling in kitchen
Basic/36-36-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Plywood for exterior opening
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At buffet area plates. Management turned over plates.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Water leaking from faucet. Triple sink.
Basic/29-11-4
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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 handout.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-32-5
Hole in or other damage to wall. Throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-24-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Administrative complaint recommended on previous inspection.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Repeat Violation
Aug 21, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time extended 30 days Time Extended/Return visit Aug 21, 2023 · Admin Complaint
Jul 18, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time extended 30 days Time Extended

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.