ISTANBUL GRILL
2901 PKWY BLVD STE B-12, Kissimmee FL 34747 · 407.590.8929
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022018586 | Feb 8, 2022 | Aug 18, 2022 | $200 |
| 4--2019028692 | Apr 26, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 | $800 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 dented cans of eggplant pulp on can rack.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in walk in cooler not date marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat grinder in kitchen area soiled with meat particles.Operator moved to triple sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing fabuloso at front counter not labeled.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal soufflé cups in multiple containers of spices across from expo, operator removed items.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean pot of skewers stored on floor at entry of kitchen and at dish machine
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Raw shell eggs and smoked salmon at front counter reach in cooler.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door of kitchen
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between make tables on cooks line. Operator removed knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods on cooks line
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucet at hand sink at dish machine area dripping.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons on cart at front door not inverted.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No trash can at hand sink next to ice machine
Nov 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Container holding mint at front counter
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above shredded purple cabbage in walk in cooler Raw chicken nuggets and strips over fries in reach in freezer on cooks line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 2 4oz salmon fillet
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by tub of clean silverware at front counter.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 2 4 oz salmon fillet
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach in coolers on cooks line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones stored on pass through window.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Frozen beef in walk in freezer
Food stored on floor. Red paste stored on floor in walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On sides of pizza ovens
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Ice bin at front counter, Flour container in prep area
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. On drying rack next to dish machine
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On drying rack next to dish machine
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. At front counter.
Stored food not covered. Bavakava in cabinet next to hand sink at front counter
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Refrigeration unit and bread roller
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, flour and salt containers
May 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw marinated chicken over cabbage in walk in cooler. Employee corrected.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 1 tank next to ice machine.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Ran 3x and primed. All test found at 0 ppm. Manager called during inspection to get serviced. Manager ran again, found at 50 ppm.
Food stored on floor. Pepper paste found on floor of walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 1 found in bucket outside. Manager fixed.
Dec 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking on prepared foods in walk in cooler
Dec 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cook placed gloved hand in pocket and then began touching clean equipment handles without changing gloves and washing hands
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Drain line plumbed into well of hand wash sink next to ice machine
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/ Manager showed up during inspection
No handwash sink for employees. No hand wash sink in employee restroom
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking on prepared foods in walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Compressed air tanks not secured Operator tethered
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk in freezer shelves. Operator removed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook put in hat
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has pH test strips only.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
May 20, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has pH test strips only.
No handwash sink located in or immediately adjacent to bathroom. Added bathroom does not have handwash sink in same bathroom and is designated to utilize the handwash sink that is on opposite side of ice machine, approximately 5ft+/- in distance away.
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/. Establishment has added an ice machine, handwash sink, and toilet in storage room adjacent to kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee bathroom in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup and single-service spoon used in dry seasoning.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Dec 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dish area
Dec 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw meat over potatoes in walk in cooler operator will rearrange food items
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Servers bar blocked by chair. Operator will move area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Server station handwashing sink paper towel dispenser not operablre
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At server station Operator providedroll towels
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dish area
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Dec 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw meat over potatoes in walk in cooler operator will rearrange food items
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In use cutting board stained. Operator replacing
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Servers bar blocked by chair. Operator will move area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Server station handwashing sink paper towel dispenser not operablre
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At server station Operator providedroll towels
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dish area
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Food bin on floor in dish room
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops stored on floor
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.