EL PILON AREPAS GRILL
12720 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL STE 19
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/6/2025
High Priority
5
Intermediate
3
Basic
9
Total
18
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed three tanks at prep area.
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 25 dead small roaches-White reach in refrigerator across from handwashing sink on cooks line 7 dead roaches-Bottom shelf of prep table where microwave is stored, across from grill on cooks line 1 dead roach - on floor underneath speed rack next to walk-in cooler. Operator cleaned and disposed of dead roaches. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink bottle on prep table of front counter.
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint in kitchen.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Along bottom of exit door by walk-in cooler.
- 36-24-5:Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall by exit door at walk-in cooler, and cracked cove molding.
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observe handle of scoop touching ice in igloo container at front counter. Operator placed upright. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink in triple sink area. Repeat Violation
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple clean containers with old labels throughout facility.
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed sunburn cream stored inside reach-in cooler at front counter and white reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator took out. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over cilantro in walk-in cooler. Observed raw pork over cooked vegetables in walk-in cooler.
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked shredded beef and cooked shredded chicken all temping between 47F-50F in walk-in cooler, per operator held in cooler overnight. Milky drink temping at 46F at reach in cooler on front counter. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shredded beef and cooked shredded chicken all temping between 47F-50F in walk-in cooler, per operator held in cooler overnight. Milky drink temping at 46F at reach in cooler on front counter. Per operator, held in cooler overnight. Issued stop sale. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed monitor screen cleaner next to plates and bowls at front counter. Operator moved. Corrected On-Site
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chemical containers inside basin of handwashing sink at triple sink area. Handwashing sink on cooks line blocked by stool. Observed metal grates at both handwashing sinks at front counter. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing by glass door cooler at front counter, handwashing sink at entrance of kitchen, handwashing sink at triple sink, handwashing sink at prep area on cooks line. Operator placed paper towels at some. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink by prep area by cooks line, and handwashing sink at triple sink area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 48-04-4:Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane tank inside of facility by exit door.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/6/2025 revealed 18 total violations (5 high priority, 3 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 10/25/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout facility Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-25: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/25/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 8/26/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
6
Basic
6
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout facility Warning
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Five dead roaches in hand washing cabinet located on the front line next to display case. Next unannounced Warning
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line Warning
- 16-48-4:Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Handle of in use ice scoop had cilantro and black substance on handle. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers at front line Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken salad regular, avocado chicken salad and cut lettuce temping between 46F-50F. Per operator in reach in cooler overnight Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken salad regular, avocado chicken salad and cut lettuce temping between 46F-50F. Per operator in reach in cooler overnight Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer at prep area Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by triple sink had chemical and dish soap in sink Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Only hand wash sink at front counter near glass reach in fridge were drinks are stored has paper towel and none at other 5 hand wash sinks Corrected On-Site Warning
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At any of the 6 hand washing sinks in facility Corrected On-Site Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken salad in walk in cooler and front line no date mark Milk in reach in cooler at prep area Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/26/2024 revealed 14 total violations (2 high priority, 6 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 2/6/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
2
Basic
7
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry storage area. Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 4/1/2022. Repeat Violation
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed frying oil on the floor in dry storage Repeat Violation
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator placed it in a way it doesn't touch the ice Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. 2 from hood Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler 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. Observed salt container without label. Operator labeled Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over ready to eat food in white refrigerator, operator moved to the bottom shelf Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 9 each flan date 1/26 and 1/29. Repeat Violation
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 9 each flan date 1/26 and 1/29.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter by food display
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. White cheese, establishment cuts and pre bags without date.
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/6/2024 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 2 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 10/9/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
5
Basic
14
Total
23
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In dry food storage
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over walk in cooler
- 36-03-4:Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By mop sink
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 4/1/2022 Repeat Violation
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. From front cookline
- 29-18-4:Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in disrepair throughout the kitchen
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed 5 gallon jugs of water on the floor in kitchen Frying oil in dry storage Rice bags next to walk in cooler Cases of meat in walk in cooler Repeat Violation
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
- 36-62-4:Basic - Light not functioning. 2 out from hood Repeat Violation
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Front counter arepa reach in cooler Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers from walk in cooler are dusty
- 14-33-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with salt without label
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over unwashed potatoes in walk in cooler
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over ready to eat cheese and corn pancakes in white refrigerator Repeat Violation
- 02C-01-5:High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 3 containers of prepackaged flan with label dated 9/29. Operator discarded itemsCorrected On-Site Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken and potatoes salad (52F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (52F - Cold Holding) since 45 minutes. Advised operator to place in walk in cooler to ensure temperature drops to at least 41F. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Raysa Zapata 8/27/2023
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink, next to ice machine, in front of cook line and dishwasher area Repeat Violation
- 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. Completed with operator during inspection Corrected On-Site
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed packaged cheese in front counter without date marking
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - 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. Solita Vautrai 8/2023
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/9/2023 revealed 23 total violations (4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 14 basic).