MICHEL RESTAURANT
2680 S RIO GRANDE AVE, Orlando FL 32805 · 3527080120
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 8 visits since July 2023
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sauce (127F - Hot Holding); corn meal cooked (127F - Hot Holding);. Less than 4 hours. Manager turned up heat.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023054210 | Jul 11, 2023 | Oct 26, 2023 | $320 |
| 4--2020040213 | Aug 10, 2020 | Aug 31, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No soap provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment and equipment at back of the house.
Food stored on floor. 3 cases of oil stored on the floor at entrance to back of the house kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. By exit back door.
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Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Heavily soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach in freezer. Standing water in reach in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Beef stored in reach in chest freezer not covered.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station next to 3 compartment sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling tile missing. Entrance to employee bathroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all kitchen equipment in facility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Two holes in wall underneath hand wash station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Stored food not covered. Chicken and Turkey in chest freezer not covered.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken chest freezer at entrance to kitchen. Bikes and broken furniture.
Jul 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter and at handwashing sink in kitchen area
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handles and doors.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all kitchen equipment.
Stored food not covered. Chicken and Turkey stored in chest freezer not covered.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken chest freezer at entrance to kitchen. Outside back are furniture and broken equipment stored.
May 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator sent employee to local store for bleach.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter and at handwashing sink in kitchen area
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter and at handwashing sink in kitchen area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven handles and doors.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all kitchen equipment.
Food stored on floor. 4 Oil containers and 3 cases bottled drinks.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink in kitchen area and employee bathroom.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Facility using a bucket of water and hose.
Stored food not covered. Chicken and Turkey stored in chest freezer not covered.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken chest freezer at entrance to kitchen. Outside back are furniture and broken equipment stored.
Jan 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpacks on top of bags of rice. Manager placed on chair.
Food stored on floor. Oil
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon in cabbage. Manager removed.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Chest freezer
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. No water and hole in sink
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of prep table
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. On front counter.
Stored food not covered. In chest freezer, cooked turkey and pork.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Back area outside.. broken equipment
Water leaking from faucet.
- From initial inspection : Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area.
Dec 8, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpacks on top of bags of rice. Manager placed on chair.
Food stored on floor. Oil
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon in cabbage. Manager removed.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Chest freezer
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. No water and hole in sink
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of prep table
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. On front counter.
Stored food not covered. In chest freezer, cooked turkey and pork.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Back area outside.. broken equipment
Water leaking from faucet.
- From initial inspection : Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area.
Nov 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sauce (127F - Hot Holding); corn meal cooked (127F - Hot Holding);. Less than 4 hours. Manager turned up heat.
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/
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpacks on top of bags of rice. Manager placed on chair.
Food stored on floor. Oil
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon in cabbage. Manager removed.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Chest freezer
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. No water and hole in sink
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of prep table
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. On front counter.
Stored food not covered. In chest freezer, cooked turkey and pork.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Back area outside.. broken equipment
Water leaking from faucet.
Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area.
Jul 11, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dry storage shelf soiled with grease and food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler on cook line broken not being used.
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