POLLOS A LA BRASA PIO PIO
2259 S SEMORAN BLVD, Orlando FL 32822
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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MAR 25
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AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1-3 small flies in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023024668 | Feb 20, 2023 | Jun 14, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline drawers cooked chicharon (49F - Cold Holding); recheck 43F churiso (50F - Cold Holding); recheck 43F raw beef (50F - Cold Holding); recheck 40F raw pork (50F - Cold Holding); recheck 38F Put in freezer to rapid chill
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards several throughout
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only have certificates for 2 employees
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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. Employees working filled out
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Items not being date marked when pulled from freezer
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of bleach by dish machine not labeled Operator labeled
Equipment in poor repair. Missing front panel to ice machine Door to ice machine
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80F Knives in container of water on prep table and on stove Operator removed
Light not functioning. Several throughout
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Side bar that is never used
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood Outside
Open dumpster lid. Recycling lid
Stored food not covered. Several items in freezer Ice machine front panel missing exposing ice
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Pan of sugar on prep table Operator labeled
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. 0ppm Operator replaced sanitizer, recheck 100ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. white rice (53F - Cold Holding)for 2 hours Operator put in freezer to rapid chill Recheck 41F
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 200++ Operator remade 50ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Portioned packages of pork, beef and chicken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl in pan of plantain
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. Package was slit Fish still frozen so no stop sale Operator removed from packaging
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine cover and lid
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Cases of pork belly on floor in prep area Operator moved
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Across from beer cooler
Stored food not covered. Ice in ice bin top not completely covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing whole chickens in sink with no running water. Cases of pork belly on floor in prep area
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of sanitizer front counter Operator labeled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bucket of mofongo bottom of make table across from fryers Operator removed
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 packages not cut in walk in cooler. Still partially frozen so no stop sale Operator removed from packages
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Buckets in walk in cooler of sausages Operator moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Side bar not in use
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Large to go aluminum pans on top shelf over 3 compartment sink next to bottle of degreaser Operator removed
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of salad make table
Apr 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards several make tables
Apr 8, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards several make tables
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Mar 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef of bucket of yuca in walk in cooler. Operator switched
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards several make tables
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
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. Emailed copy to operator.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2023 displayed Operator renewed license during inspection and printed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 74F Operator removed utensils and put to wadh
No hot running water at mop sink.
Open dumpster lid. Waste and recycling
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several throughout Operator removed
Sep 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1-3 small flies in kitchen
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Tubs in prep area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottles of water on prep table in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Door to ice machine held on by tape
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in limes
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Bar Operator removed
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Pans of empanadas in freezer Buckets of soup in walk in cooler Operator covered
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Bar
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Pan of sugar by cocktail freezer door Operator labeled
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 88F Operator changed water and cleaned utensils and put on stove to reheat.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bucket of sauce in walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water and cup of drink on prep shelf with spices.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
Food stored on floor. Case of red snapper on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in makeline touching limes.
Light not functioning. Several over hood
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Several in hood.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. Cooked beans in walk in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados in makeline with stickers on.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in freezer
Mar 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Light not functioning. All lights over hood.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and vents.
Feb 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make line closest to grills.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in drawers across from rotisserie chicken oven.
Light not functioning. All lights over hood.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and vents.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in drawers under flat grill. hot dogs (55F - Cold Holding) recheck 45F pork sausage (53F - Cold Holding) recheck 44F Per operator for 2 hours, put in walk in cooler to drop temperature.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Desserts not date marked when prepped.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make line closest to grills.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pot of water in sink. Across from grill.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bar area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Flour, salt, sugar
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in drawers across from rotisserie chicken oven.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is active.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup of drink over make line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By 3 compartment sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine and bar area.
Light not functioning. All lights over hood.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. For both handwashing and sinks on each side of 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and vents.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. In freezer. Buckets of fruit.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cutting board across from freezer.
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.