TAWA ORLANDO
7536 DR PHILLIPS BLVD, 360, Orlando FL 32819
Last inspected Jul 15, 2025 · 13 visits since January 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JAN 25
FEB 25
MAR 25
APR 25
JUL 25
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found./observed two live roaches on slicer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025035773 | Apr 29, 2025 | Sep 26, 2025 | $800 |
| 4--2025013856 | Feb 25, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2025002882 | Jan 8, 2025 | Mar 13, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime./cutting boards soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink./both kitchen hand sinks/
Equipment in poor repair./glass cooler gasket torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Glass cooler gasket soiled. Stove soiled with grease build up. Burners soiled with grease build up.
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Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues./reach in freezer by kitchen entrance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry./
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name./salt, sugar and flour containers/
Apr 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen severely stained.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prep table in kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall by stand mixer in rear of kitchen.
Apr 30, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings on dishwasher 5 rodent droppings under dry storage area in rear of kitchen 3 rodent droppings under three compartment sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen severely stained.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prep table in kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall by stand mixer in rear of kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris access from stove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of prep table across from stoved heavily soiled. Exteror of stoved heavily soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind prep table
Apr 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 22 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Patties
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Wiping cloth used for bread at tandoori oven.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 rodent droppings on dishwasher 5 rodent droppings under dry storage area in rear of kitchen 3 rodent droppings under three compartment sink
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Held overnight, per operator milk (75F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (75F - Cold Holding) Dated 4/27/25, in walk-in cooler cooked chicken (64F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken and cheese (55F - Cold Holding); chicken legs (49F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Held overnight, per operator milk (75F - Cold Holding) heavy cream (75F - Cold Holding) Dated 4/27/25, in walk-in cooler cooked chicken (64F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken and cheese (55F - Cold Holding); chicken legs (49F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (57F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen severely stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing on cookline used to washed dishes.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler not date marked, sauces and cooked chicken dishes.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Prep table in kitchen
Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles on floor by microwave. Water on floor in kitchen Oil on floor under grill and by walk-in cooler
Hole in or other damage to wall by stand mixer in rear of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris access from stove
Kitchen employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of prep table across from stoved heavily soiled. Exteror of stoved heavily soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Whole beef thawing in standing water on warm naan oven 2 cases of frozen chicken thawing on top of rice bin
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind prep table
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean at prep table
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Rinsed hand in three comp sink and then moved single service items
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used for bread for tandoori oven
Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several items in white reach in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
Clean kitchen utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner on prep table in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On slicer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind and under equipment on cooks line
Food stored on floor. Buckets of sauce in walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Side of tandoori oven
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Table under flat top grill on cooks line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken in standing water at prep sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By dish machine
Water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top grill
Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled.
Feb 25, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 7 total found 1- behind white fridge 1- under prep table next to oven 1- under sandwich prep table 2- under dishwasher 2- under prep table outside walk in cooler
Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top grill
Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all equipment in the kitchen
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind the equipment
Water leaking from pipe under the dish machine
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw marinated chicken over cooked chicken.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cooked Drumsticks Cooked rice and chicken Milk and heavy cream in reach in cooler
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at nana station.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Oil by tandoori oven, yogurt in walk-in cooler, oil by mixer.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave by prep table in kitchen. Oven pull out tray heavily soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by back door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled throughout kitchen. Hood filters soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen area
Jan 9, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 27 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine on prep table next to microwave
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw marinated chicken over cooked chicken.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 50+ rodent droppings 5 by back door 10 over mop sink 20 by reach in cooler at kitchen entrance 10 behind cold prep table 10 behind cookline by burners
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Dishwashing chemicals stored next to clean lids.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cooked Drumsticks Cooked rice and chicken Milk and heavy cream in reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutboards soiled Meat slicer soiled. Mixer heavily soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cookeline
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at nana station.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. By microwave
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Oil by tandoori oven, yogurt in walk-in cooler, oil by mixer.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave by prep table in kitchen. Oven pull out tray heavily soiled.
Light not functioning in exhaust hood.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by back door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled throughout kitchen. Hood filters soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in walk-in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on floor by reach in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen area
Jan 8, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 27 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority7 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine on prep table next to microwave
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw marinated chicken over cooked chicken.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 50+ rodent droppings 5 by back door 10 over mop sink 20 by reach in cooler at kitchen entrance 10 behind cold prep table 10 behind cookline by burners
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Dishwashing chemicals stored next to clean lids.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cooked Drumsticks Cooked rice and chicken Milk and heavy cream in reach in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutboards soiled Meat slicer soiled. Mixer heavily soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cookeline
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.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food at nana station.
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.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. By microwave
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Oil by tandoori oven, yogurt in walk-in cooler, oil by mixer.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave by prep table in kitchen. Oven pull out tray heavily soiled.
Light not functioning in exhaust hood.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees by back door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled throughout kitchen. Hood filters soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in walk-in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on floor by reach in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen area
Sep 13, 2024Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken in walk-in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw lamb chop in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cooler cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding); butter sauce (55F - Cold Holding); milk (55F - Cold Holding) less than 4 hours per operator, placed in freezer for temperature recovery. After 30 minutes cooked chicken (39F- Cold Holding); butter sauce (42F - Cold Holding); milk (38F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled by three compartment sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Kitchen utensils by hand sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under kitchen equipment on cooks line
Food stored on floor, oil
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit- cook line reach I cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sinks used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of flat top soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled by mop sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on tandoori oven
Jan 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer. White cutting board.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues./all reach in coolers and freezers in kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination./foil party trays not inverted.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 18, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found./observed two live roaches on slicer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer. White cutting board.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink./kitchen hand sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked./home made yogurt in reach in cooler not labeled.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food./plastic bowl used to scoop flour.
Dead roaches on premises./observed one dead roach behind back kitchen white reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Sauce buckets on walk in cooler floor. Can goods on kitchen floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees./both kitchen hand sinks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust./mixer exterior.
Plumbing system in disrepair./cook line hand sink not functioning.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues./all reach in coolers and freezers in kitchen.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination./foil party trays not inverted.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind dish machine soiled. Wall behind kitchen prep table dusty.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle./behind dish machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container at back kitchen. Flour container at front kitchen.
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.