LECHONERA LATINA 3
3806 CURRY FORD RD, Orlando FL 32806 · 407.930.0663
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 24 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022026250 | Mar 15, 2022 | Oct 6, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over minced garlic in stand up cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Flan, flan cocho, tues lechis all items made at home. Total of 67
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Potato salad in deli cooler 49f over 4 hours.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink at cook line blocked by rice container
No soap provided at handwash sink. All hand sinks
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table cooler at front area
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. All ovens have heavy debris build up
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cook line
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. 1 door stand up cooler at cook line
Mar 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Drain cover(s) missing. Floor drain cover missing at cook line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in stand up cooler in kitchen
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you To go bags used for storage of food in freezer in outside storage unit
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over minced garlic in stand up cooler in kitchen
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw pork in walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. 15 portions of milk cake made at a friends house
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic pitcher in basin of hand sink at cook line
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
No running water at mop sink. Mop sink broken and not operating. Per operator mop water is dumped into storm drain
Drain cover(s) missing. Floor drain cover missing at cook line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at front counter and at cook line
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusted shelves in stand up cooler in kitchen
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at cook line Hand sink at front counter by register
Aug 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 female employees
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at cook line Hand sink at front counter by register
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container with sugar by coffee machine
Aug 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork and raw fish over potatoes in stand up cooler by cook line and ovens Raw bacon on top of bread in cooler make table at front counter
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 45 flans 18 milk cake in cooler at front counter by register between 47-50f. Per owner in cooler over night, made on site on 8/5/25
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 45 flans 18 milk cake in cooler at front counter by register between 47-50f. Per owner in cooler over night, made on site on 8/5/25
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 female employees
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink front counter by register
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in men's restroom
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Hanging on oven door at cook line
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at cook line Hand sink at front counter by register
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in stand up cooler by ovens have heavy debris build up
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Stand up cooler by ovens have rusted shelves
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of reach in make table at front counter by griddle
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall over flat top griddle at front counter area has a heavy grease build up
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container with sugar by coffee machine
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top griddle at front counter. Grease on wall over griddle
Apr 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
4 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over limes in reach in cooler at front counter. Raw fish over sofrito and vegetables in stand up cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Flan and cakes made at home per owner
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shredded pork (per operator in work in cooler overnight (46-49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken boxes (46-50F - Cold Holding); pork (46-50F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer underneath griddle at front service counter, and mortar used to make mofongo.
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. Walk in cooler, Pepsi cooler and dessert cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment on cooks line.
Food stored on floor. Potatoes stored on the floor in dry storage outside. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of lol cooking equipment on cooks line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hws by cooks line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Pepsi cooler and walk in cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In front cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish on prep table thawing at room temperature. Operator placed in cooler.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Mortar
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over limes in reach in cooler at front counter. Raw fish over sofrito and vegetables in stand up cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Flan and cakes made at home per owner
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shredded pork (per operator in work in cooler overnight (46-49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken boxes (46-50F - Cold Holding); pork (46-50F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded pork (per operator in work in cooler overnight per operator (46-49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken boxes (46-50F - Cold Holding); pork (46-50F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer underneath griddle at front service counter, and mortar used to make mofongo.
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. Walk in cooler, Pepsi cooler and dessert cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment on cooks line.
Food stored on floor. Potatoes stored on the floor in dry storage outside. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of lol cooking equipment on cooks line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hws by cooks line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Pepsi cooler and walk in cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In front cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish on prep table thawing at room temperature. Operator placed in cooler.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Mortar
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ready to eat items in sandwich make table cooler at front counter Raw beef over bags of plantains in walk in cooler
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager certificate for Junior Tavera is expired- 3/15/19-3/15/24.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line and hand sink at front counter by register
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan in cooler at front counter
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich make table cooler
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. For male employees
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink at cook line and hand sink at front counter by register
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler for sandwiches at front counter
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand sink at cook line
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork stored over cut vegetables in reach in cooler located by cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Goat kept on steam well for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 102F, pork chops 99F, bbq ribs 107F, snapper 113F, chicken breast 110F. All items reheated to 165F
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink located in cook line blocked by garbage can
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic container kept inside hand sink located in cook line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.For new employeesProvided operator with employee reporting agreements
No soap provided at handwash sink.No soap on hand sink located by drink coolers.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Employee withbracelet
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Potatoes kept on dry storage floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Tire and pieces of wood kept in dumpster pad
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Rusted shelves inside drinks cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by cook line and hand sink by register
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. No hood system over table top griddle at front counter area. Wall above griddle has a yellow grease build up
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw fish over yuca in stand up freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over prepped salad in stand up one door coke cooler by cook line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No Hand sink for hand sink at cook line and hand sink by register
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board for sandwich make table
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating at front counter serving area
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep employee
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen exit door
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by cook line and hand sink by register
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Sandwich make table
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall above table top griddle has a yellow grease build up
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking under 3 compartment sink
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. No hood system over table top griddle at front counter area. Wall above griddle has a yellow grease build up
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.