ISTANBUL GRILL
9428 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, Orlando FL 32837
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored in top of raw fish and raw fries at the 2 door reach-in freezer at the back. Raw beef sausage stored in top of fries at the reach-in cooler front area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over falafel in reach-in freezer at side of kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing brown substance identified as degreaser on shelf at ware-washing area. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Condiment cups used in several spice containers. Operator removed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelf's in all freezers and at dry storage.
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In several coolers and freezers throughout.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in salt bulk container.
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken and lamb over case of unwashed lettuce. Operator rearranged.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two tanks not secured at back of kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids and containers on floor at front counter.
Stored food not covered. Nuggets not covered in reach-in freezer at side of kitchen.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Eight employees with expired certificates.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic condiment cups and bowls used in several spice containers on dry storage shelf. Operator removed all.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water on prep table on cooks line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Several purses on flour and drinks lower shelf of prep table next to reach-in coolers.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several tongs on oven handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both restrooms and handwashing sink at ware-washing area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Several bottled waters in coolers on cooks line.
Stored food not covered. Chicken tenders and nuggets not covered in reach-in freezer.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over ready to eat. 2 door reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No advisory gave operator advisory and posted. Will under cook upon request
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lentil soup
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bus tubs
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Ice cream in freezer
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket reach in cooler
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two chemical bottles stored on dry dish storage Sanitizer in spray bottle stored on dry goods storage shelf by walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling pitcher with water from hand washing sink by triple sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Sauce and soup in large pots in walk in cooler with no date mark. Per operator made on 7/23
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green colored and yellow colored chemicals in clear spray bottles not labeled stored on dry dish storage
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several opened water bottles stored on prep tables throughout kitchen
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee at dough mixer drinking out of water bottle.Educated operator
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employees in kitchen engaged in food prep with no hats or hair restraints
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door in hallway with restrooms
Food stored in a prohibited area. Reach in coolers and freezer stored in hallway where bathrooms are located were unlocked
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In use tongs stored on oven handles at cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In women's restroom. Emailed operator hand washing sign
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored in top of raw fish and raw fries at the 2 door reach-in freezer at the back. Raw beef sausage stored in top of fries at the reach-in cooler front area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tomato soup made 2 days ago no date mark at the walk-in cooler. Ezem (tomato red pepper mix )prepared 2 days ago no date at the reach-in cooler.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Silver Fork-knife-spoon at the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Onion bag on floor at the walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee hand sink next to the 3 compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottles of water at the bottom of make table.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves and start food preparation without washing hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dish washer cleaning pots, pans, cutting boards and whisk with soap and rinsing. Not sanitizer used. Let manager know manager instructed the employee that 3 compartment needed to be filled with sanitizer, employee filled the compartment sink and added bleach.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Establishment needs chlorine test kit, observed a ph test kit during inspection
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container inside the noodle container, operator took out
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee belongings with the #10 cans next to walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed them
Light not functioning. 1 light out from hood
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood soiled with grease -reach in cooler gaskets are soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
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