SHERATON LAKE BUENA VISTA RESORT
12205 S APOPKA VINELAND RD, Orlando FL 32836 · 407.239.0444
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling on the cook line underneath the reach in cooler, spoke to Supervisor on duty next day callback inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025010471 | Jan 23, 2025 | Mar 18, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored directly above diced ham in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Manager removed placed on the bottom shelves.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of oatmeal 117F stored on the buffet line, must maintain 135 degrees. Manager removed reheated in the kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed two green cutting boards soiled has red discoloration left on the surface located on the cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for hand wash sink located at pool bar.
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Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed carbon dioxide cylinder not secure located pool bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed two fan guards covers has dust accumulation inside walk in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic pans stacked wet on the storage shelves in the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor tiles in the dishmachine room, also greasy floors next to the fryers on the cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed old dried debris spilled in the bottom of reach in cooler drawers. (Cook line)
Stored food not covered. Observed potatoes stored on transport cart uncovered inside walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored throughout the kitchen on the counters.
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of diced tomatoes 47°f, shredded cheese 49°f stored less than 4 hours inside reach in cooler found out the reach in cooler is not working located on the cook line, Spoke to the Manager did not know the refrigerator was not working properly. Recommend to Chef to quick chill product immediately in the walk in freezer.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Checked block of cheddar cheese not date marked stored inside walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer has old meat left on the surface located in the back prep kitchen. Can opener blade has old food debris left on the surface.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hose stored in front of hand wash sink located in the dishwasher area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for the time as public health control. Plan given to Chef at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed deep cut marks on the surface on the cutting board.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing jewelry while slicing fruit in the preparation area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed greasy floor near the fryers on the cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed peeling paint and walls near base board in kitchen around the wall tiles coming loose throughout the back prep kitchen.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloths stored underneath the green cutting board on the cook line. Chef removed at time of inspection
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside located in the dish machine area.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of artichoke hearts and great northern beans dented stored on the can rack. Chef removed at time of inspection.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dish washer touched soiled dishes wearing gloves continue wearing same gloves picked up clean plates stored in plate holder, Did not wash hands. Recommend chef to have training for employee.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose attached to hose bibb missing vacuum breaker located in the dish machine room.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk stored in the reach in cooler located in dry storage room.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloths stored inside hand wash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand sink to wash utensils, recommend training, for employees.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed apples not wrapped has no utensils
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers stacked wet on the storage shelves.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed greasy floor near the fryers on the cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shredded cheese and old food debris spilled on the of reach in cooler drawers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty shelves inside reach in cooler ( outside bar)
Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Observed salad plates not inverted to prevent contamination.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificates expired 4/20/2025 Spoke to Engineering Manager.
Jan 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like growth on the wall in the dish machine area.
Jan 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Checked dishmachine three times final rinse not working properly found out was electrical problem, dish machine Company replaced part at the end of the inspection.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in dirty water on the cook line.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach crawling on the floor in the dish machine area. Spoke to Supervisor on duty Recommend Administrative complaint, and next day callback inspection.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed shredded mozzarella stored inside reach in cooler not date marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting boards soiled on the cook line.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed hand wash sink located in the back prep kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed back pack stored on the shelves with plastic container ( back prep kitchen)
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed trash and debris on the floor underneath 3 compartment sink in the dish machine room.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Observed raisins and cinnamon not protected stored on the buffet line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris spilled on the bottom of reach in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like growth on the wall in the dish machine area.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on floor in the server area. Engineering notify.
Jul 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed missing filter underneath fire suppression system on the cook line.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches crawling on the cook line underneath the reach in cooler, spoke to Supervisor on duty next day callback inspection
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature spring mix 47°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours on the cooks line. Recommend to quick chill product or use a ice bath
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk not date marked stored inside reach in cooler located in the back area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board has yellow stains left on the surface.(cook line)
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written procedures for time as public health control.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed seven CO2 cylinders not properly chain on the outside back kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two bottles of water been opened stored on the prep counter in the kitchen
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food and debris throughout the kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed trash and debris on the kitchen floor
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed missing filter underneath fire suppression system on the cook line.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of last inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of reach in cooler has liquid spilled on the bottom of the surface.
Feb 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 29 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate19 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage stored over ready to chicken on speed rack.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Omelette station Shred cheese Feta Cooked sausage Bacon Ham Various vegetables Operator chose to remove and no longer use
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours moved to quick chill raw shell eggs (45-57F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (45-57F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours. Repeating to 165° immediately eggs cooked (125F - Hot Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical stored on ice machine
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior coolers in kitchen heavily soiled Juice heads soiled Inside oven in kitchen on prep area Z
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times in dishwasher area by glass racks
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice and spoon stored in hand sink in kitchen
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benediict on breakfast menu.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin soda machine on server line.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.red
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items in server area
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under back side of kitchen
Food stored on floor. Opened product stored on floor not just delivered
Hole in or other damage to wall.p throughout kitchen
Light not functioning in hood
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in dish area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handsink soiled Prep area Inside fryer base soiled Hood soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On floor at omelette station
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed berries over ready to eat cheese reach in cooler
Jul 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed raisins uncovered located on the buffet line Server placed lid on at time inspection.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in the server area ( kitchen) two flying insects in the dry storage room Recommend to notify current professional pest control service. Called Supervisor on duty Christal Woods next unannounced inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed yellow rice 46°f stored inside walk in cooler overnight label 7/23
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked Temperature sliced tomatoes 45°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill tomatoes stored in reach in cooler top panel on Cook line. Temperature of yellow rice 45/46°f stored overnight labeled 7/23 checking product on 7/25 Engineering notify at time of inspection
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark used for the buffet per Chef Scott 7 am -11am
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board has black stains on sandwich reach in cooler across from flat grill. Engineering Manager notify will resurface this week.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided for hand wash sink located in the dish machine area.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels at hand sink located in the front service Engineering repaired
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed top panel opening has mold slime like growth on the surface.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Checked knives dirty stored in knife holder.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed cracked floor tiles in front of walk in pole used for beverages and dairy.Engineering notify by Chef Scott.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty storage shelves inside main walk in cooler in the kitchen.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored directly on the floor located on Cook line.
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.