MARABOU RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
4083 W OAK RIDGE RD, Orlando FL 32809 · 813-699-2870
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 1, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink located on front service counter with towels and utensils.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink located outside of the entrance to the dish area. Sink located in the dish area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on the door of the walk-in cooler.
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil and plantain
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. Pastries located on the front service counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover located in the walk-in cooler.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans on the shelf.
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Sink located across from walk-cooler. Staff filled. Sink in dish area.
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. Provided form and employees signed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on prep table in the kitchen. Staff removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk-in cooler door.
Food stored on floor. Ingredients bin and cases of oil in dry storage area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops in sugar.
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. Pastries and preserves on front service counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk- in Ceiling
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Back entry door.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White container with white substance.
Apr 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went to done gloves without washing hands and put gloves to mouth to blow. Advised employee to wash hands and don gloves correctly
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At any hand sinks
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cans used for scooping rice and cornmeal
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Per operator. Ice is not used for customer drinks. Operator immediately removed drink
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in walk in freezer door
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor under dry storage shelf
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Boxed oil on floor - multiple cases of drinks on floor - box of plaintains in floor in walk in cooler -Pots of greens, beans, box of bananas on floor in kitchen. ( operator immediately moved to counter top. Corrected on site)
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.. immediately removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of middle oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of fryers
Stored food not covered. Containers of cornmeal, rice, beans, flour, not completely covered in dry storage area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken, pork, beef, and fish thawing at room temperatures in triple sink and counter
Oct 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 1 faucet at mop sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/ 5 people working.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen back door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in front of walk in cooler.
Jul 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. 1 faucet at mop sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large bowl in sink at front counter, box in sink in ware wash area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/ 5 people working.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1 sink in kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Sink on cook line sanitizer in soap dispenser.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner in kitchen.
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. 3 unopened drinks in ice machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen back door.
Food stored on floor. Dry storage area walk in cooler and walk in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in front of walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups and plates on floor in dry storage area.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.