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LOADING ZONE

24 E WASHINGTON ST, Orlando FL 32801

Last inspected Feb 4, 2026 · 15 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5805766
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach inside women bathroom on floor. Operator immediately killed and discarded
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2025086170Dec 2, 2025Apr 10, 2026$400
4--2014052415Dec 15, 2014Feb 11, 2015$400

Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Feb 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Beef, onions, peppers, above stove. Made 30 minutes agoper operstor. Operator put time markers
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 3, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 3, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 8 rodent droppings behind vegetable cooler next to steam well. Operator immediately cleaned 4 rodent droppings on pan on speed rack. Operator immediately discarded and removedpan to be cleaned Total 12 rodent droppings
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 3, 2026 · 8 rodent droppings behind vegetable cooler next to steam well. Operator immediately cleaned 1 between two reach in coolers in back hallway. Operator immediately cleaned Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Beef, onions, peppers, above stove. Made 30 minutes agoper operstor. Operator put time markers
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment Under meat slicer Under coolers in back area Under triple sink Under cooking equipment
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Feb 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil, case of ketchup on floor. Operator removed
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Feb 3, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Feb 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Above reach in cooler next to steam well
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Feb 2, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 8 rodent droppings behind vegetable cooler next to steam well. Operator immediately cleaned 4 rodent droppings on pan on speed rack. Operator immediately discarded and removedpan to be cleaned Total 12 rodent droppings
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Beef, onions, peppers, above stove. Made 30 minutes agoper operstor. Operator put time markers
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs in steamwell 123F-130F 30 minutes per operator. Operator moved to stove to be reheated 165F for temperature recovery
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Hand sink by triple sink had cleaning tools inside - hand sink in frint kitchen had food debris
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both
Basic/32-04-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking equipment Under meat slicer Under coolers in back area Under triple sink Under cooking equipment
Basic/36-73-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil, case of ketchup on floor. Operator removed
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in under counter freezer
Basic/23-03-4
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door open. Rodent droppings present
Basic/35B-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of Cutlery on floor at front counter
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 3, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Above reach in cooler next to steam well
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 3, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 1 Dead rodent in sticky trap behind prep cooler. Operator discarded
Basic/35A-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · 1 Dead rodent in sticky trap under reach in cooler. Operator immediately discarded Time Extended Corrected On-Site
Ceiling tile missing. Above reach in cooler next to steam well
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Dec 3, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 2, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

4 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach inside women bathroom on floor. Operator immediately killed and discarded
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on pans on speed rack. Operator immediately removed pans to be cleaned and sanitized
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed gnaw marks through bag of buns and into buns. Operator immediately discarded
High priority/01B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking -on cooked onions, cooked peppers, Philly steak. Less than 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately put time markers on
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
No soap provided at handwash sink. -at hands sink in ware washing area
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser. Operator immediately labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 1 Dead rodent in sticky trap behind prep cooler. Operator discarded
Basic/35A-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Ceiling tile missing. Above reach in cooler next to steam well
Basic/36-36-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food on slicer. Operator immediately removed
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line
Basic/36-73-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom interior of freezer across grill
Basic/22-16-4
Jul 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade rusty
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade rusty
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Operator has shut off Hand sink in kitchen due to constant running water.
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee bag on top of cooler. Operator immediately removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor by bag in a box soda cabinet was wet due to some puddling of syrup and left over mop water. Operator immediately cleaned up
Basic/36-22-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand sink in ware washing area very slow draining. Operator immediately unclogged
Basic/29-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade slightly soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Apr 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's door
Basic/32-04-4/Return visit Apr 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade slightly soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's door
Basic/32-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Directly under flat top Gaskets in side prep cooler
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Commercial processed queso, meatballs, (90-98F - Hot Holding). in steam well less than 4 hours per operator. Advised operator to immediately reheat to 165F for temperature recovery. Queso reheated to 140F. Meatballs reheated to 169F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Time Extended
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Commercial processed queso, meatballs, (90-98F - Hot Holding). in steam well less than 4 hours per operator. Advised operator to immediately reheat to 165F for temperature recovery. Queso reheated to 140F. Meatballs reheated to 169F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. Emailed form to operator
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Soda founfountain nozzles. Operator removed to be cleaned
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Men's Bathroom is out of order. Due to lights being fixed. Operator states repairs will be done soon. And customers in the mean time have access to other bathroom
Basic/32-05-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On main prep table.
Basic/14-09-4
Light not functioning. In men's bathroom
Basic/36-62-4
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Microwave and ice machine.
Basic/33-31-5
Jul 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. On hose bib under mop sink
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Soda nozzles
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on Prep table next to oven
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Prep person wearing watch
Basic/13-07-4
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused ice machine
Basic/33-31-5/Repeat Violation

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.