LA CANTINA FOOD
2902 W SAND LAKE RD, Orlando FL 32819 · 407-300-3457
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 5 visits since April 2024
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -2 droppings on water heater -1 dropping in drip tray around water heater Water heater is located in dry storage area with ware washing. Area is used by the restaurant and convenience store. There is a door between area and cooking. No food stored in area
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled. By three compartment sink, operator labeled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back handwashing sink in prep area blocked, operator moved
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch
Oct 13, 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, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. ham pastry (67F - Hot Holding); cachito queso pastry (70F - Hot Holding); cachito jam (68F - Hot Holding); pastel de queso (66F - Hot Holding); mini ham pastry (68F - Hot Holding) Explained time as public health control form to operator. Operator filled out immediately and posted time mark
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat strips available
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained./Hospitality Resource Supply.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch on front line cook line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In both hold holding units on the front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in freezer underneath front counter Interior of Hand sink in back dry storage area
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored next to oil.
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 poster.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at front counter
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter dated 5/9/19
Water with a shut off at employee handwash sink. Secondary hand wash sink accessible for employees to use within 5 feet.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items at font counter.
Floor tiles in disrepair by mop sink
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Apr 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -2 droppings on water heater -1 dropping in drip tray around water heater Water heater is located in dry storage area with ware washing. Area is used by the restaurant and convenience store. There is a door between area and cooking. No food stored in area
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -sausage and cheese 129f -chicken 114f
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. -next three compartment sink
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.