LA GRANJA CHICKEN STEAK AND SEAFOOD
3352 E SEMORAN BLVD, Apopka FL 32703 · 407-960-2457
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in prep area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026025916 | Mar 18, 2026 | Jun 2, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw opened poultry over open flank steaks in walk-in-cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board holding proteins at entrance of kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags hanging on single service rack in prep area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Light not functioning over dish machine
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on cooks line not inverted Containers in prep area not inverted
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Soiled extension cord stored on top of in use box sodas
Towel used under cutting board.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Very heavy smoke presence in kitchen during cooking and going into dining room
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 18, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0ppm
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -dish machine holding too much water causing grey water to spill onto floor during run -water is not drained between wash and rinse cycle
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door, bottom right corner
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door stops before closing
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelves
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0ppm
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle with neon green substance stored with clean dishes
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle with neon green substance not labeled
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. -dish machine holding too much water causing grey water to spill onto floor during run -water is not drained between wash and rinse cycle
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -employee eating and drinking in kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee phone on dish table at front counter
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door, bottom right corner
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door stops before closing
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelves
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over tostones in walk-in-cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray can of stainless steel cleaner stored on top of reach in cooler on cooks line Spray bottle of Clorox stored above boxed sodas Open cans of paint on shelving stored next to drinks
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in hand sink on cooks line
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks line
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. Advised operator some employee certificates expired 9/15/25
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above walk-in-cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, in areas in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles cracked/broken next to fryer, standing water in broken tiles
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container., scoop stored in rice
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle to knife stored in raw chicken
Light not functioning in a few areas in kitchen / prep area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from from cooking equipment
Towel used under cutting board.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Cooks line hand sink has continuous hot water running, unable to shut off
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer over 200 ppm - corrected to 50 ppm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer pan with towels in hand sink by drive thru window Plastic pitcher stored in hand sink on cooks line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Styrofoam bowls stored in container of seasoning in prep area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on table with clean plates
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in ware washing area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in rice
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle to beef in product on line
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Self service individual wrapped cookies at front counter has no labeling, operator labeled container, no self service, and moved
Towel used under cutting board.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning not labeled in storage bin
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Outside back door, standing water of soapy mop buck dumped outback door, advised operator all waste water must be dumped in mop sink
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8 packs of ROP Salmon, all defrosted in sealed bags in reach in cooler on cooks line, package states keep frozen until use, in cooler from previous day
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All in cooler from previous day Cooked eggs 52°; raw poultry 51°; raw beef 51°; cooked beef 52°
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked eggs 52°; raw poultry 51°; raw beef 51°; cooked beef 52°
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at drive through blocked by garbage can
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/
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Unit one cooks line
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. 8 packs of salmon in cooler from previous day in sealed bags, already all defrosted
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under hand sink by cooler on cooks line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by back door
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. black beans (47F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. black beans (47F - Cold Holding).manager states In walk-in cooler from yesterday. Provided cooling forms and discussed proper cooling method.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to mop sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Counter above make table. Staff removed coffee.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By back door.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Uncooked rice container. Staff stood up scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 79F in soup pot. Staff discarded water.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Storage rack for dishes with rust.
Oct 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing by mop sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by back door
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Discarded boxes in ground around dumpster
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in prep area
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Yuca 52°; Wings 57°; tostones 58°: all foods in cooler on line from previous day (per manager)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. YUCA 52° 3lbs Wings 57° 8 lbs Tostones 58° 3 lbs
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. 2 cans of spray stainless steel cans on make table in kitchen
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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. Pitcher with water stored in hand sink on cooks line
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing by mop sink
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair by back door
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Discarded boxes in ground around dumpster
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs stored in foods
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 85°
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at sink by dish washer
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seafood spices in containers not labeled
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.