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SIMPLY CAPRI

114 RUBY RED PL, Winter Garden FL 34787 · 407-783-7700

Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats220
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5815950
Grade history
NOV 23
OCT 24
APR 25
NOV 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Four Live, small flying insects found at the bar area.
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--2025047699May 19, 2025Jul 30, 2025$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findings
Employee with wound finger or wrist without a single-use glove over an impermeable cover such as a bandage, finger cot or stall covering the wound is handling food, clean equipment or utensils, or unwrapped single-service items.Employee handling clean trays.
High priority/11-13-5/Corrected On-Site
Four Live, small flying insects found at the bar area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over olives in walk in cooler. Raw shell eggs stored next to cheese in walk in cooler. Beef carpaccio stored over cake in reach in cooler.. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
High priority/08A-05-6/
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Disinfectant cleaner stored next to trays by pizza station.
High priority/41-10-4
Show the remaining 7 findings ▾
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.There is no asterisk by the consumer advisory for the beef carpaccio.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Cloth used as a food-contact surface for cooked eggplant in kitchen.
Basic/21-05-5/Corrected On-Site
Cutting boards has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Operator discarded.
Basic/14-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Watch.
Basic/13-07-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Ice in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-47-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ceiling is dusty in the kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.Reduced oxygen packaging on veal.
Intermediate/03G-43-2/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Container in handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Degreaser in kitchen.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Flour in kitchen.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Ceiling is soiled at the cooks line area.
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizer bucket stored next to flour at pizza station area.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was not running.
Basic/06-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.Sugar is not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
May 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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.
High priority/22-57-6/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Operating is waiting on a part from the supplier for the dishmachine.Time Extended Time Extended/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Operator is waiting on part from supplier.Part will arrive on May 16 th Time Extended/Return visit May 19, 2025 · Operator is waiting on a part to arrive. The part arrival has been delayed. Operator contacted another company and still has to wait for the part. Admin Complaint
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door and front door.
Basic/35B-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 19, 2025 · Time Extended
May 6, 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 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
High priority/22-57-6/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Operating is waiting on a part from the supplier for the dishmachine.Time Extended Time Extended/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Operator is waiting on part from supplier.Part will arrive on May 16 th Time Extended
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door and front door.
Basic/35B-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 25, 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 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
High priority/22-57-6/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Operating is waiting on a part from the supplier for the dishmachine.Time Extended Time Extended
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door and front door.
Basic/35B-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 25, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 8 high priority.

8 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.Potato soup,44 f,sausage sauce,54 held from yesterday.
High priority/03D-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale.Bottle of alcohol.
High priority/08B-56-4/Warning
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.
High priority/22-57-6/Warning
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength.0 ppm.Afterwards,200 ppm.
High priority/22-40-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.Open package of raw beef stored next to sauces in walk in cooler.Open package of beef stored over sauces in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Sausage sauce,54 f,potato soup,44 f cooling from yesterday.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner stored next alcohol at the bar.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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 dessert in upright cooler.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.Soup is covered while cooling.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Coffee nozzle is soiled. Cutting boards are stained and grooved in kitchen. Stained buckets for the sauces.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.Beef carpaccio.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.Watches.
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Ice scoop by ice machine.
Basic/10-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ceiling is soiled with dust at back line area. Back of stove area is soiled. Outside of food storage cabinets are soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door and front door.
Basic/35B-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raspberries not washed prior to preparation.Bar area.
Basic/08B-39-4/Warning
Sanitizer bucket stored next to flour at pizza station area.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Space in ceiling by walk in cooler area.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Unwashed basil, stored over sauces in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Oct 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.Lasagna,45 f,44 f,46 f held from last night.
High priority/03D-02-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked octopus in walk in cooler. Tuna carpaccio stored over cut lettuce in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Lasagna,44 f,45 f,46 f held from last night.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Cheese,47 f,raw salmon,46 f held less than four hours transferred to reach in freezer for a quick chill.After.5 hour,cheese,41 f,salmon,39 f.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.Mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4
Clam/mussel tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Intermediate/01C-05-4
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 at bar area.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.Lasagna is covered while cooling.
Intermediate/03D-15-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards are stained. Tomato sauce buckets are stained.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.Provided time plan.Operator completed plan for pizza reach in cooler and butter.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting boards.
Basic/14-09-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Ice cream station.
Basic/10-07-4
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Base of back door.
Basic/35B-05-4
Unwashed berries stored with ready-to-eat tomatoes in reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4
Jan 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
High priority/50-08-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in the bar
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Time Extended
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in the bar
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Return visit Jan 9, 2024 · Time Extended
Nov 9, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in the bar
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in the bar
Intermediate/31B-03-4

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.