EL IMPORTADO
2108 WHISPER LAKES BLVD, ORLANDO 32837
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection on 4/29/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
4
Basic
7
Total
15
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine.
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above maketable.
- 14-74-7:Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler next to chest freezer, digital thermometer reads 33F, but cooler not holding TCS items at 41F or below.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on prep table of kitchen. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Along bottom and bottom right side of back exit door.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop touching food inside container of sugar across from tall reach in freezer.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. Emailed sign to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over containers of salsas in reach in cooler next to white chest freezer. Operator moved. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw beef temping 48F, held overnight in reach-in cooler, per operator.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef temping 48F, held overnight in reach-in cooler, per operator.
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with three ends attached to faucet, no vacuum breaker at all three ends of splitter.
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at front counter. Moved to wash hands. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine, for triple sink.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Operator placed paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Operator placed soap. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2025 revealed 15 total violations (4 high priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 10/4/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
- 33-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/4/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 9/27/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 05-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 08B-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Make table for hot holding directly under soap dispenser. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 33-19-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 05-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Make table and home style refrigerator. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 36-64-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor upon entry of establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 06-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wiping cloths around kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Cut lettuce 59F Pico 56F Cheese 54F Sausage 57F Ham 56F Cooked Pork 57 Cut Cabbage 51 Cheese 54 Salami 60 Yuca 57 Admin Complaint
- 31A-04-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing Sink removed next to triple sink per operator. Observed handwashing aide on wall. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/27/2024 revealed 14 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 9/25/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
10
Total
16
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 05-11-4:Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- 08B-36-4:Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Make table for hot holding directly under soap dispenser.
- 33-19-4:Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Make table and home style refrigerator.
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation
- 36-64-5:Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor upon entry of establishment.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature.
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer.
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wiping cloths around kitchen.
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Provided operator with Time and temperature control plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-04-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing Sink removed next to triple sink per operator. Observed handwashing aide on wall. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/25/2024 revealed 16 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 4/5/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
5
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-24-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Through kitchen and walk-in cooler door . Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Through kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
- 14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Gasket at the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler and the bottom of make table. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/5/2024 revealed 5 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 4/4/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
7
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At the ice machine. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Through kitchen and walk-in cooler door . Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Through kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Gasket at the walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. The one at the entrance to the kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler and the bottom of make table. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour . Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding); corn (50F - Cold Holding. Operator stated that he cut everything at 8:30 am and put it to the make table-advised to move everything back to the walk-in cooler to cool down . Operator moved everything to the walk-in cooler to cool. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup stored at the employee hand sink at the kitchen. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee hand sink at the front area . Repeat Violation Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/4/2024 revealed 11 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 11/27/2023
High Priority
7
Intermediate
4
Basic
12
Total
23
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container in flour bin. Operator removed it. Corrected On-Site
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over mop sink
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By back exit Repeat Violation
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. From reach in coolers
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen hand wash sink. Provided and operator corrected. Corrected On-Site
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service eating utensils directly on the floor in the front counter area. Operator removed them. Corrected On-Site
- 25-09-4:Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed spoons, forks and knives by the cash register not protected. Operator placed them in a place out of reach of customers. Corrected On-Site
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers from walk in cooler are soiled
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin without label. Operator added label Corrected On-Site
- 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee go to the kitchen, put on gloves and work with food preparation without washing hands.
- 01A-03-4:High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 34 each Venezuelan Chicha Drink prepared at home. Observed 12 each flan and 10 each tres leches prepared at home.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed eggs over ready to eat arepas and raw chicken p/raw burgers over cooked yuca in walk-in cooler. Operator removed them. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw burgers in walk in cooler. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-04-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 34 each Venezuelan Chicha Drink prepared at home. Observed 12 each flan and 10 each tres leches prepared at home.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); white cheese (48F - Cold Holding) Operator opened freezer door to help bring temperature down to at least 41F Repeat Violation
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided during inspection Corrected On-Site
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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 and completed with employee during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 bottles without label, 1 with blue liquid and 1 with clear liquid. Operator labeled them.Corrected On-Site Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/27/2023 revealed 23 total violations (7 high priority, 4 intermediate, 12 basic).