MAROUSH SHAWRMA AND GRILL
783 N ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando FL 32828 · 313-398-4247
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2024
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 live flying insect at the dishwasher area not landing at any food.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
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. 0 ppm Second check 100 ppm.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Welcome bag used to stored beef bottom of make table. Operator switch it to a food grade bag.
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. Missing the new hired.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located next to soda stand. Operator fix it.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All of the cutting board in the kitchen.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while preparing food. Manager coach her and stopped.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn bottom table at prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen equipment.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of chickpeas and pickles stored on floor back of the house area. A lot of meat boxes stored on floor at the walk-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. At kitchen area between 2 prep table. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The hoods.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make table. Operator clean it.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Stored at dirty water at the mop buckets. Operator fix it.
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing and cooking food wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the fries cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table kitchen area.
Dec 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 Intermediate6 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Adding table for a buffet at front area without a plan review.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing and cooking food wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the fries cooler.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table kitchen area.
Oct 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 live flying insects found by the mop sink not landing at any food. Next routine visit per supervisor.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken kabob stored above of beef kabob at the bottom of make table.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Adding table for a buffet at front area without a plan review.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee preparing and cooking food wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the fries cooler.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor next to the dishwasher.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table kitchen area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cucumber stored above clean and cut onion.
Apr 16, 2025□ 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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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 live flying insect at the dishwasher area not landing at any food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen equipment and.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table and reach-in cooler shelves.
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 live flying insect at the dishwasher area not landing at any food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on top of milk and sauce at the walk-in cooler. Operator switch it.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tabula (55F - Cold Holding); babaganoug (46F - Cold Holding);tomato salad (52F - Cold Holding) Falafel 53f. Operator stated that all the food stored at the table less than one hour ago and they moved it to the walk-in cooler to cool down.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the wrong spot.
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 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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle had a cleaner had no label. Operator label it.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup of coffee stored next to the shawema station. Operator discarded it.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating fries and drinking water at the kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen equipment and.
Food stored on floor. Pickles stored on floor back of the house. Boxes of sugar stored on floor back of the house. A lot of boxes stored on floor at the walk-in freezer. Milk stored on floor at the walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mixer. Operator clean it.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table and reach-in cooler shelves.
Oct 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 200+++ Operator change the water second check was 200 ppm.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 8 live flying insects. 4 by the exit door -1 kitchen area -1 prep area-1 salad bar area and 1 at the hole way to the kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fat beef stored on top of Labana at the walk-in cooler. Operator moved it.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to operator post it on the wall.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate at the front area.
Food stored on floor. Ketchup on the floor. Operator removed it.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk-in freezer leaking.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Sauce container boxes stored on floor front area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At walk-in cooler.
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.