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OAKS

1500 WINTER SPRINGS BLVD, Winter Springs FL 32708 · 407-366-1851

Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats110
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6905350
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections trending up, 29 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies by dish machine area Next unannounced inspection
High priority/35A-02-7
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2023045387May 19, 2023Dec 14, 2023$200

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -quat 500ppm -corrected to 200ppm
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards stained
Intermediate/22-02-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle with pink substance in mop room not labeled
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in buffet storage room
Basic/51-11-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer
Basic/14-69-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -employee restroom
Basic/31B-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -cook line coolers
Basic/22-16-4
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies by dish machine area Next unannounced inspection
High priority/35A-02-7
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels in pan of shredded lettuce Operator removed
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on all make tables
Intermediate/22-02-4
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Only have quaternary need chlorine
Intermediate/16-32-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave by glass coke cooler soiled Ovens
Basic/22-08-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Make table drawers Reach in freezer
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make table Operator wiped out
Basic/29-49-6/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over cut oranges and bar mixers in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-17-4
Nov 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -far right RIC in kitchen
Basic/05-09-4/Return visit Nov 20, 2024 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -improper hand wash sink not instructing employees to wash hands
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Nov 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -HWS next to dish machine leaking faucet
Basic/29-11-4/Return visit Nov 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to; see stop sale -compound butter (58F - Cold Holding); butter (59F - Cold Holding); garlic and oil (58F - Cold Holding); chiming (58F - Cold Holding); brisket (60F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (49F - Cold Holding); beer cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (44F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); beer cheese (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding); pasta (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (50F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (56F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding);
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -compound butter (58F - Cold Holding); butter (59F - Cold Holding); garlic and oil (58F - Cold Holding); chiming (58F - Cold Holding); brisket (60F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (49F - Cold Holding); beer cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (44F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); beer cheese (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding); pasta (45F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (47F - Cold Holding); pizza sauce (50F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (56F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding);
High priority/03A-02-5
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -HWS next to dish machine
Intermediate/27-16-4
Food stored on floor. -fryer oil stored on floor in dry storage
Basic/08B-38-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -far right RIC in kitchen
Basic/05-09-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -improper hand wash sink not instructing employees to wash hands
Basic/31B-04-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -HWS next to dish machine leaking faucet
Basic/29-11-4
Apr 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
High priority/41-24-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - brisket held overnight (48F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on brunch menu. Employees added asterisk to menu
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on dish racks
Basic/16-15-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Apr 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. - salmon
High priority/01D-01-5/Warning
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area.
High priority/41-24-4/Warning
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. - brisket held overnight (48F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - poached eggs on brunch menu. Employees added asterisk to menu
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris on dish racks
Basic/16-15-4/Warning
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4/Warning
Oct 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris on dish rack
Basic/16-15-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 6, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - all three cook line cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 6, 2023 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 6, 2023 · Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Oct 6, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filter
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Oct 6, 2023 · Time Extended
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 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. - zero ppm. Operator change out empty sanitizer bucketfinal reading 100f chlorine
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shell eggs over muffins and produce
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
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. - ride cook line. Operator moved to walk in cooler - blackened chicken <2 hours (50F - Cold Holding); - tomato <2 hours (46F - Cold Holding); - grilled chicken <2 hours (48F - Cold Holding); - steak <2 hours (46F - Cold Holding); - hot dog <2 hours (47F - Cold Holding) - Middle Cook Line Cooler:; - butter (50F - Cold Holding); - whipping cream (46F - Cold Holding); - sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); - tomato (47F - Cold Holding); - steak <2 hours (47F - Cold Holding); - burger (47F - Cold Holding); - chicken (46F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of debris on dish rack
Basic/16-15-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - above cook line
Basic/36-34-5/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. - salmon
Basic/06-09-1/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - all three cook line cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filter
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. - zero ppm. Manager diluted. Final reading 100ppm
Basic/21-07-4/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.