NEW TASTE ISLAND RESTAURANT
9401 W COLONIAL DR #308, Ocoee FL 34761 · 407-704-7077
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 15 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Droppings around shelves at triple sink approximately 50-75. Roach eggs 2 in cabinet under hand sink on front counter. 2 live in cabinet under register on front counter 2 live behind stove in the kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025085836 | Aug 27, 2025 | Apr 2, 2026 | $400 |
| 4--2023053797 | Sep 8, 2023 | Mar 14, 2024 | $800 |
| 4--2023023737 | Feb 3, 2023 | Jul 6, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl of sour cream used to scoop raw chicken in walk in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink
Equipment in poor repair. Display case door at front counter.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
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Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By mop sink. Operator hung mop to dry.
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. No food grade bag used to store food in chest freezer. To Go bags used
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 copy of latest inspection report available.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water in prep sink Corrective action taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden paddle used at cook line not sealed Wooden pastel and mortar not sealed
Aug 27, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. No food grade bag used to store food in chest freezer. To Go bags used
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in walk in cooler over night and between 59-60f Rice and beans Cooked chicken Cooked drumsticks chicken Cooked turkey Black beans Chicken wings Cooked vegetables White rice Fish
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in walk in cooler over night and between 59-60f Rice and beans Cooked chicken Cooked drumsticks chicken Cooked turkey Black beans Chicken wings Cooked vegetables White rice Fish
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. Walk in cooler ambient air 59-60f.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water in prep sink Corrective action taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden paddle used at cook line not sealed Wooden pastel and mortar not sealed
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. No food grade bag used to store food in chest freezer. To Go bags used
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in walk in cooler over night and between 59-60f Rice and beans Cooked chicken Cooked drumsticks chicken Cooked turkey Black beans Chicken wings Cooked vegetables White rice Fish
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in walk in cooler over night and between 59-60f Rice and beans Cooked chicken Cooked drumsticks chicken Cooked turkey Black beans Chicken wings Cooked vegetables White rice Fish
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook plantains HH at 100f, corrective action taken to re heat in fryer
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. Walk in cooler ambient air 59-60f.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water in prep sink Corrective action taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wooden paddle used at cook line not sealed Wooden pastel and mortar not sealed
Mar 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Employees Phones and purse on shelf above prep table. While employee preps sauces
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of both ovens
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of chest freezers
Mar 12, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked Chicken cooked Beef in walk-in cooler (49-51F - Cold Holding) over 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately discarded. Rice, pork, wings, cut lettuce, cut tomatoes, whole fish, cooked beans, okra, stew, (49-52F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hrs per operator. Operator immediately moved to walk in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees Phones and purse on shelf above prep table. While employee preps sauces
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of both ovens
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of chest freezers
Mar 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef tray 2 (105F - Hot Holding) less than 4hrs per operator. Advised to reheat to 165F. Operator immediately adjusted temperature on steam well
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked Chicken cooked Beef in walk-in cooler (49-51F - Cold Holding) over 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately discarded. Rice, pork, wings, cut lettuce, cut tomatoes, whole fish, cooked beans, okra, stew, (49-52F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hrs per operator. Operator immediately moved to walk in freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food debris in hand sink at end of cook line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees Phones and purse on shelf above prep table. While employee preps sauces
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -Cracked lids on storage shelf currently not in use. Operator immediately discarded
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of both ovens
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of plastic bin on storage shelf Fan at front counter
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of chest freezers
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Garbage bags used to store meat in freezer.
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on glass door to walk in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In walk-in cooler with glass door.
Oct 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Garbage bags used to store meat in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.; Plant Foods (50F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); Turkey (51F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hours.
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on glass door to walk in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In walk-in cooler with glass door.
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Garbage bags used to store meat in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.; Plant Foods (50F - Cold Holding); chicken (51F - Cold Holding); Turkey (51F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (91F - Hot Holding); pig feet (110F - Hot Holding); wheat and Lima beans (110F - Hot Holding); fish (110F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours on the hot line. bean sauce (110F - Hot Holding); sauté vegetables (90F - Hot Holding)
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on glass door to walk in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In walk-in cooler with glass door.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. red snapper (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding);
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. red snapper (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); from yesterday
Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in freezer at ambient 57F
Nov 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 10, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Droppings around shelves at triple sink approximately 50-75. Roach eggs 2 in cabinet under hand sink on front counter. 2 live in cabinet under register on front counter 2 live behind stove in the kitchen
Sep 9, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Droppings around shelves at triple sink approximately 50-75. Roach eggs 2 in cabinet under hand sink on front counter. 2 live in cabinet under register on front counter 2 live behind stove in the kitchen
Sep 8, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Droppings around shelves at triple sink approximately 50-75. Roach eggs 2 in cabinet under hand sink on front counter. 2 live in cabinet under register on front counter 2 live behind stove in the kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. 5 on trap under triple sink.
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.