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MILLER'S ORLANDO ALE HOUSE

50 TOWNCENTER CIR., Sanford FL 32771 · 407-328-7037

Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats219
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6903690
Grade history
JAN 25
MAY 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
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Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Jul 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles/vent over prep area across from the office -ceiling in meat walk-in cooler
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -throughout the kitchen, patched areas
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 22, 2026 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. -in walk-in freezer
Basic/36-62-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 22, 2026 · -operator placed work order Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-coolers. -in bar reach-in coolers
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 22, 2026 · -operator has placed a work order Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Jul 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -"flat-top" reach-in cooler: diced tomatoes 54F, sliced tomatoes 53F, prime rib 60F, shredded cheese 64F, sour cream 60F, per operator all foods stored in "flat-top" reach-in cooler less than 2.5 hours, employee relocated foods to walk-in cooler to rapidly cool
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Sink and Surface: exceeded 1130, operator diluted with water, retested 700
High priority/41-15-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles/vent over prep area across from the office -ceiling in meat walk-in cooler
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer floor
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -throughout the kitchen, patched areas
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Light not functioning. -in walk-in freezer
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -black storage rack used for soiled dishes
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -employee beverage with straw in reach-in cooler, operator discarded
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-coolers. -in bar reach-in coolers
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -stainless steel wall above the dishwasher
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area, employee restocked -handwash sink in drink service area, operator restocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vent over dishwasher
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone stored on shelf above chicken breading reach-in cooler, employee removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -inside meat wiping cloth in front of walk-in freezer door
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer floor
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not maintained smooth and easily cleanable. -kitchen floors with areas of disrepair were recently patched, not smooth and easily cleanable
Basic/36-11-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -prep sink at end of cookline: faucet handles significantly soiled -meat walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris -meat walk-in cooler door -exterior of microwave at end of cookline -exterior of large flour container -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -multiple reach-in coolers in bar area, operator states professional draining is scheduled for after lunch rush today
Basic/29-49-6/Corrective Action Taken
Aug 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. -cookline and dishwashing area, allowing standing water to accumulate
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 6, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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. -tested 2x 0ppm, operator installed new sanitizer, retested 2x 0ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw steak stored over raw pork in walk-in cooler, operator reviewed invoices, was unable to provide proof that the steak was whole muscle intact beef
High priority/08A-20-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwave at end of cookline next to walk-in cooler
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink across from fry station, operator restocked
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. -piles of discarded pallets on the side of rear enclosure behind building
Basic/33-19-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave at end of cookline next to walk-in cooler -handwash sink and paper towel dispenser closest dishwasher are soiled -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of flour container across from fry station has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. -cookline and dishwashing area, allowing standing water to accumulate
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
May 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - prime rib (50F - Cooling) - manager states cooled from day before
High priority/03D-02-5
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-36-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. DROP STATION; - buttermilk (50F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - three stalls
Basic/32-12-6
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - gouged concrete at dish station and cookline causing retention of standing water
Basic/36-02-5
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed tomato over roasted pepper sauce
Basic/08B-17-4
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -dishwasher
High priority/12A-13-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink at entrance to dishwashing area being used to store stainless steel pan, operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar area, operator restocked
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk-in freezer
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -flour container, operator relocated
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses, operator relocated
Basic/10-14-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -multiple sets of tongs stored on grill handle, employee relocated
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Light not functioning. -walk-in freezer
Basic/36-62-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -multiple lights throughout the kitchen lacking light shields, operator states new shields have been ordered
Basic/38-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of flour container has an accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of paper towel dispensers soiled -exterior of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -mop sink soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Equipment in poor repair. -left side single door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen not holding temperature -walk-in freezer door has hole with exposed sharp edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · -operator states quote for new equipment has been approved Time Extended
Jul 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -intake vent over prep table/storage area
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. -left side single door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen not holding temperature -walk-in freezer door has hole with exposed sharp edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -over rear prep area
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -plastic behind soda nozzles have an accumulation of green, mold-like substance -walk-in freezer curtains soiled -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls over triple sink have an accumulation of food debris -walls in dishwasher area have an accumulation of food debris
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 30, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 29, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -left side single door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen: raw chicken 50F, raw calamari 49F, raw steak 50F, cooked ribs 46F
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of ice machine has a light accumulation of black, mold-like substance -flat top grill -green cutting board on prep table in rear prep area
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink next to walk-in cooler used to store soiled towels, operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soufflé cup stored in strawberry purée in walk-in cooler
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -intake vent over prep table/storage area
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. -raw salmon in walk-in cooler, employee cut packages
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. -left side single door reach-in cooler at entrance to kitchen not holding temperature -walk-in freezer door has hole with exposed sharp edges
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk-in cooler
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -over rear prep area
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink in dishwashing area
Basic/33-38-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -plastic behind soda nozzles have an accumulation of green, mold-like substance -walk-in freezer curtains soiled -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler shelves soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Open dumpster lids.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls over triple sink have an accumulation of food debris -walls in dishwasher area have an accumulation of food debris
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -gallon milk 4-13-24. Disposed of by operator
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -spinach artichoke dip 48F@11:40 am. Operator stated it had been in reach in cooler for 41 minutes. Moved to walk in cooler by operator. Retested 43F@12:00 noon
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards at reach in on cook line, prep area near dish room
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. -provided form to operator
Intermediate/11-26-1
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -cook line reach in units handles and doorframes
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -in kitchen and office
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -drink and purse on table at server station
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk in cooler and walk in freezer
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in freezer on cook line soiled -side of fryer next to breading station soiled -curtains to walk in soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -several bar reach in coolers have standing water
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Walk in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Nov 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 21, 2023 · Time Extended
Cook line wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 21, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Plastic air curtains in walk-in coolers Warning*
Basic/23-03-4/Warning*-sides of cooking equipment soiled with grease and grime,/Warning/Return visit Nov 21, 2023 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, by bar.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Nov 21, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline make line refrigerated drawers shredded cheese (56F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (56F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); queso fresco (47F - Cold Holding)/placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard. Walk in cooler -On rolling cart au jus (50F - Cold Holding)/20 minutes;diced tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding)/20 minutes. Operator recently placed in unit.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cook line wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Plastic air curtains in walk-in coolers Warning*
Basic/23-03-4/Warning*-sides of cooking equipment soiled with grease and grime,/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, by bar.
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Walk in cooler floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning

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.