PUNTA CANA RESTAURANT
2050 E IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY, Kissimmee FL 34744 · 407.935.9020
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak over raw fish in walk in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017023662 | Apr 10, 2017 | Jun 7, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak over raw fish in walk in cooler
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. Was unable to access due to office being locked
No soap provided at handwash sink. At inside bar handwashing sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen and in walk in freezer
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. In hood over cookline
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados with stickers still on stored in cookline make table
Jan 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw steak over raw fish in walk in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink near walk ins
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. Was unable to access due to office being locked
No soap provided at handwash sink. At inside bar handwashing sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen and in walk in freezer
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. In hood over cookline
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados with stickers still on stored in cookline make table
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over salsa in walk in cooler Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One for Juan issued 9-20-16
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cookline
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several places throughout kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cookline
Jan 13, 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish at walk in cooler Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed potatoes in second walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board by blender at outside bar White cutting board on cooks line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket stored on prep table at kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler doors do not shut closed unless pressure is added to the doors on cooks line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles by triple sinks and cooks line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at cooks line
Jan 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw fish at walk in cooler Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed potatoes in second walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board by blender at outside bar White cutting board on cooks line
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket stored on prep table at kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler doors do not shut closed unless pressure is added to the doors on cooks line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles by triple sinks and cooks line
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at cooks line
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp in clear bag stored over empanadas at reach in freezer Raw chicken and beef stored over french fries at reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef,chicken,fish and hame all temping between 50F-54F. Per operator items were placed in reach in cooler less than 2 hours ago. Operator moved items to walk in cooler for temperature recovery
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multi cleanser stored next to water pitchers on bottom shelf of prep table next to hand washing sink
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by walk in coolers blocked with equipment
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel or soap at hand washing sink by walk in coolers
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser in spray bottle not labeled
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. At cooks line
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in direct contact with bread crumbs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Stored food not covered. Squash cut in half and not being used in walk in cooler
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Fryers by hand washing sink by walk in coolers
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in gray container has no label
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves take sip out of coffee mug with gloves on and did not change gloves
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of Fabuloso stored next to drink pitchers bottom shelf of prep table at wait staff area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in kitchen
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from a mug on cooks line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee working engaged in food prep with no hat or hair net on
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By fryers and triple sink next to fryers
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At cooks line in use tongs stored on oven handle
Stored food not covered. Sauces in walk in cooler not covered in walk in cooler
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Fryers by hand washing sink next to walk in coolers no longer being used per operator
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Spray hose at mop sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk walk in cooler and bar reach in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by unused fryer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dishes in sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in back by unused fryer
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Triple sink at bar not set up correctly. Educated and corrected
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen
Food being prepared non food prep area. In corner by door. Plantains in box on floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go 4 inch pans not inverted
Stored food not covered. Beef walk in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and flour
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.