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MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL

4192 CONROY RD STE 115, Orlando FL 32839 · 4072268700

Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats75
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5811386
Grade history
OCT 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided forms via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $880

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2019025695Apr 11, 2019Jun 5, 2019$880

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Aug 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large bins for tortillas
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole around the pipes, located near the back door.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Deep Fryer
Basic/22-08-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers in storage.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. Tenders cash, prepares food, sometimes with the glove, sometimes removed the glove and replaced without handwashing. Educated management and she washed her hands.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (121F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours; manager placed to reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Over hot water heater
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Front counter.
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Hole in wall next to walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine
Basic/14-11-5
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Large plastic lexon bins.
Basic/14-38-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Have a personal kit and plan. Missing scraper and mask. Provided a plan.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Using Quaternary with chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-32-5
Ceiling tile missing. Over hot water heater
Basic/36-36-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves under front service counter.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Manager removed labels.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrective Action Taken
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Apr 4, 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 ▾
Required employee training expired 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-14-5/Return visit Apr 4, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw steak in walk in cooler
High priority/08A-20-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. sour cream, ground beef, cut lettuce, raw chicken on rack, raw beef, birria beef, (54-62F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Advised to immediately discard.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sour cream, ground beef, cut lettuce, raw chicken on rack, raw beef, birria beef, (54-62F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Advised to immediately discard.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front counter block by trash can
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired 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-14-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Rice scoop and pitcher submerged in raw rice bowl
Basic/10-01-5
Dec 27, 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 ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · 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 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Light not functioning. 1 light on hood.
Basic/36-62-4/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen area missing 1 shield.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Dec 27, 2024 · Time Extended
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
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/ ELIA TGM 3-13-19
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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
Light not functioning. 1 light on hood.
Basic/36-62-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Kitchen area missing 1 shield.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside and sides of grill on front cook line old food debris. Top of stove and side of deep fryer.
Basic/23-03-4
May 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Wood under front counter service area breaking.
Basic/14-25-5/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. One light in kitchen.
Basic/38-07-4
Jan 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
Required employee training expired 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-14-5
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Shelving under front line with single service is breaking apart.
Basic/14-25-5
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Sep 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole next to back door.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-03-4/Return visit Sep 28, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under counter wood painted chip and worn.
Basic/14-47-4/Return visit Sep 28, 2023
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Towel in pocket to white hands and then gloved to serve food. Educated staff
High priority/12A-18-4/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
High priority/29-34-4
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided forms via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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 forms via email.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole next to back door.
Basic/36-32-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to walk-in cooler.
Basic/36-03-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2020 displayed. Verified ownership with operator over the phone and management.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food items cake and bag lunch in walk-in on shelf. Staff put in a pan an labeled.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Empty food container in bag on shelf with single use items. Manager placed items in office.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Frontline staff. Both added hairnet and hat
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under counter wood painted chip and worn.
Basic/14-47-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk-in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4

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