TROPICAL CABANA
1875 CENTRAL FLORIDA PKWY, Orlando FL 32837 · 407-854-7753
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live rodent present. 1 live rodent on sticky trap on floor at dry storage area next to walk in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025040963 | May 19, 2025 | Jun 23, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2015011220 | Dec 16, 2014 | Mar 26, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored over raw pork at walk in cooler. Printed operator safe food storage
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at hand washing sink by triple sink.operator placed paper towel by hand washing sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Operator moved
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Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Flooring at stock room areas
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lid in dry storage and one cracked lid covering pork in walk in cooler
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 sugar and oatmeal at front counter. Operator moved handles in upright potion
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and sugar in clear containers not labeled at stock room and prep area
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White square cutting board at prep area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Large container with no handle stored in container of rice at dry storage
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone stored on top of canned juice at dry storage
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Dry storage on the side walk in cooler is located
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lid and containers throughout facility
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer
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 sugar,oregano and ice
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen pork thawing in container on prep table
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Raw pork stored in thank you bag at walk in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cheese at glass reach in fridge,operator moved to bottom of reach in Raw chicken stored over cut onions at reach in cooler on cooks line Raw shell eggs stored over carrots and sauce at walk in cooler
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Hand washing sink by triple sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer towel in sink of hand washing sink at prep area
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink by triple sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Pink cleaner in clear unlabeled spray bottle at women's bathroom
Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed damp towels on shelf by buffet line
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food and drinks stored in glass reach in fridge at front counter next to hand wash sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bag and cellphone stored on dry storage shelf with pasta
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Several containers at dry storage
Food stored on floor. Bucket of plantains stored on floor at prep area,operator corrected Buckets of frozen foods stored directly on floor at walk in freezer
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dry dish storage
Stored food not covered. Frozen chicken,beef and pork at walk in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Liver stored in water on top of reach in freezer at back room
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in clear container with no label at dry storage
May 20, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Food in take out bags in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over RTE in chest freezer
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 pork in walk in freezer
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Dry storage area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door
Food stored on floor. Container with Chicken in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice in white chest freezer
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. 3 leches dessert in display soda cooler located in front counter
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dish area
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor of storage area heading behind walk in freezer
May 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 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 priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live rodent present. 1 live rodent on sticky trap on floor at dry storage area next to walk in cooler
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Food in take out bags in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over RTE in chest freezer
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 pork in walk in freezer
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 3 dead rodents on sticky trap on floor on dry storage area next to prep station
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Dry storage area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris at dry storage and kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Container with Chicken in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice in white chest freezer
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. 3 leches dessert in display soda cooler located in front counter
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. At dish area
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor of storage area heading behind walk in freezer
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Containers of medicine on prep table under sandwich press.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack eggs and continue to work handling bacon without changing gloves or washing hands. Educated operator and person changed gloves and washed hands.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Salsa stored in non-food grade bucket - Home Depot.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over cheese in glass reach in cooler by handwashing sink. Operator moved. Raw chicken over diced onions inside reach in cooler by office.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee crack eggs and continue to work handling bacon without changing gloves or washing hands. Educated operator and person changed gloves and washed hands.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink by front counter and handwashing sink by triple sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with purple liquid in bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and keys on prep table with sandwich press.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoops in several containers of sugar, salt, flour, rice throughout kitchen. Operator fixed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons by coffee maker in standing water at 63F.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Prepackaged flan in to-go Glassdoor cooler in dining area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in cooler not separated from food inside glass door reach in cooler by handwashing sink. Employee beverage next to salsas. Operator moved.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink at triple sink slow draining.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef being thawed at room temperature on prep table in prep area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor of storage area heading to mop sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several throughout kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with flour and sugar not labeled by coffee machine and in back storage area.
May 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Acid reflux and tylanol medication stored at the same shelf with the dry food.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Welcome back used to stored food at the reach-in freezer.
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. Observed raw Chicken feet stored on top of raw beef at the reach-in freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used the employee hand sink to fill the water that need to be stored the utensils at.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At the oats.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food at the reach-in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bottle of water at prep table. Employee back bag -keys and cell phone at storage area next to the dry food.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under the grill.
Hole in or other damage to wall. The wall next to the mop sink area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Coffee stations utensil 102 f.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The Hot hold.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Gasket torn at the reach-in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. The small bottom table the one at the coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottle of water at the reach-in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler.
May 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority2 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Acid reflux and tylanol medication stored at the same shelf with the dry food.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Welcome back used to stored food at the reach-in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed chicken stored on top of unwashed beats at the walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored on top of milk at the 2 door reach-in cooler.
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. Observed raw Chicken feet stored on top of raw beef at the reach-in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Mayo ketchup mix at the house prepared 05-06-24. Mayonnaise opened 01-11-24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Mayo kitchen mix at the house prepared 05-06-24. Mayonnaise opened 01-11-24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Front table next to the grill salami (46F - Cold Holding); queso (46F - Cold Holding); milk (62F - Cold Holding). Walk-in cooler all food need to be discarded raw chicken (46-48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46-48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); milk (45-46F - Cold Holding)-pork skin (46f-cold holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salami (46F - Cold Holding); queso (46F - Cold Holding); milk (62F - Cold Holding). Walk-in cooler all food need to be discarded raw chicken (46-48F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46-48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (50F - Cold Holding); milk (45-46F - Cold Holding,pork skin (46f-cold holding).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator used the employee hand sink to fill the water that need to be stored the utensils at.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in cooler;Cooked pork prepared 2 days ago no date mark -cooked potatoes prepared 2 days ago no date mark.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At the oats.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer door.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food at the reach-in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bottle of water at prep table. Employee back bag -keys and cell phone at storage area next to the dry food.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Through kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under the grill.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of meats stored on floor at the walk-in freezer.
Hole in or other damage to wall. The wall next to the mop sink area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Coffee stations utensil 102 f.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. The Hot hold.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Gasket torn at the reach-in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. The small bottom table the one at the coffee station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee bottle of water at the reach-in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of cooler. Standing water at the walk-in cooler.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 35 each individually packaged tres leches made at an employees home
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon in 75F water temperature. Operator removed
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over ready to eat salads in desserts reach in cooler. Operator moved to bottom shelf
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 35 each individually packaged tres leches made at an employees home
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment needs chlorine test kit
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. Printed and completed during inspection
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator serves fried eggs under cooked. Provided consumer advisory poster.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In dry storage area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's bags in the dry storage with the mayo and above frying oil. Operator removed
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In dry storage
Ice buildup in walk-in freeze door
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on the floor, employee moved it to a shelf
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers from walk in cooler soiled
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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.