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3113 WILLIE MAYS PKWY STE G, Orlando FL 32811 · 407.468.1632
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. -1 flying insect at produce prep area -1 flying insect in spice room -5 flying insects in pastry storage hallway -15 flying insect at dough sheeter table in pastry room -10 flying insects at dish storage area landing on food contact surfaces
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found. -1 flying insect at produce prep area -1 flying insect in spice room -5 flying insects in pastry storage hallway -15 flying insect at dough sheeter table in pastry room -10 flying insects at dish storage area landing on food contact surfaces
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -far wall of pastry storage hallway
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -walk in freezer floor
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -pasta dated 11/30
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -pasta dated 11/30
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. -rear door
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand wash sink in cold room blocked by spinner
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. -jack
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee bag stored on kitchen equipment handle
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -pastry kitchen dry storage hallway
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -cold room fan covers accumulation of dust
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -at old washer connections in kitchen
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauces in walk in cooler. Operator removed
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 vegetables on top of chicken in reach in freezer. Operator removed
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bottle over couscous in dry storage area. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled Dicker soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with and and container inside sink. Operator removed
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 2 expired.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone on prep table. Operator removed. Employees coat on dry storage rack. Operator removed.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 male in the kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on dish rack in the kitchen
Light not functioning. One light bulb at main kitchen area and one at back kitchen area.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. In back kitchen area
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On pans in dry storage. Operator removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall under 3 compartment sink soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and pepper containers on prep table.
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quat sanitizer over 400 ppm manager changed water now 300 ppm
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach store with clean pans on dish drying rack. Manager removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with jug. Manager removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in prep area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean pots facing upwards in dish drying area. Manager corrected,
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Coats hanging on dish drying racks in the kitchen manager removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. By stove and grill area in the kitchen.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Clean pans on soiled prep table.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. In flour container. Manager removed
Light not functioning. One bulb at cook line
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in in the kitchen area. Traulsen coolers in back kitchen area
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Spoons in prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall by stove and grill area in the kitchen
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Exp 4-1-24 operator printed new license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.raw chicken over kefta
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 chicken over raw fish in walk in freezer.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oil next to fabulosity in prep area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Slicer on prep table -can opener on prep table
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked with shawrma rod. -with vegetable wash and bowl
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Used for eye washing
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -no Chlorine test strips
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Left a in walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In cocoa container in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In back storage area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -Utensils on dish rack. -utensils in back dry storage on prep table.
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Apron on shelf with rice and couscous. -Aprons hanging on dish rack in warewashing area. -Apron hanging on mixer head.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next to fryer and Alto-Shazam oven.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. In walk in Freezer outside.
Light not functioning. One light bulb under the hood in back kitchen area above south bend oven.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in in prep area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Bowls on dish rack in dry storage area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed pineapple over macaroons
Utensils in poor condition. -2 Basting brushes in back warewashing area over 3 compartment sink.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler in prep area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind stove and fryer.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 2 tanks next to storage rack in back storage area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -rust remover, spray bottle over plastic wrap. Operator relocated chemicals.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink in kitchen blocked by table and cart. -hand wash sink in dry storage room blocked by pressure, covered with glove.
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. -provided forms via email to operator. All employees on duty read and signed. Others will complete forms on next shift.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. -facility is vacuum sealing cooked beef and chicken. Operator states he is working on a HACCP plan for facility. Email DHR.specialprocess@myfloridalicense.com for HACCP information.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -2 unlabeled spray bottles hanging on chemical rack.
Food stored on floor. -case of food on the floor in walk-in freezer.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. -pineapple cut prior to washing. Educated staff.
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.