787 Mofongo
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
47
Score
787 Mofongo has been inspected six times since 2023. 787 Mofongo was last inspected on Feb 13, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about nine violations before that.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which 787 Mofongo's 47 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and chicken over yuca in reach in cooler Operator switched **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Make table; Swiss cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding)from last night
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make table; Swiss cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding)from last night
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired 2023
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing is date marked
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. One door cooler by back door
22-16-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean pots stored under shelf on ground
24-07-4
47
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked root in reach in cooler Raw burgers over fries in reach in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Mortar pestle use to make mofongos non smooth and has cracks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
14-13-4
82
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked root in reach in cooler Raw burgers over fries in reach in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Mortar pestle use to make mofongos non smooth and has cracks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-27: **Time Extended**
14-13-4
74
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried plantain (84F - Hot Holding) per operator one hour Operator discarding due to closing Recommended operator keep on time plan **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. 3 vacuum breakers needed. Showed operator where to install **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked root in reach in cooler Raw burgers over fries in reach in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. 2 hoses used for potable water not food grade. **Warning**
29-04-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked By trash can and milk crates Operator moved **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Waste water slowly draining on ground from tank drainage pipe. Operator voluntarily closed food truck until he can fix. **Warning**
28-09-5
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.No proof for one employee Gave operator a copy and employees filled out **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Mortar pestle use to make mofongos non smooth and has cracks. **Warning**
14-13-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Hanging on cart Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes Opera flipped **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
30
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced tomatoes 45F per operator less than 2 hours.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and beef stored over cooked chicken wings. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Had dirty dishes in it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Gave operator a copy and filled out. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Vanilla custard individual portions.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Roxane lettuce over bottles of sauces. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Freezer
22-16-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plantain **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
37
Mar 1, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken from 4 days ago .
02C-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 787 Mofongo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 787 Mofongo on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 787 Mofongo?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at 787 Mofongo.
How does 787 Mofongo compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
787 Mofongo most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has 787 Mofongo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at 787 Mofongo have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 787 Mofongo means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 787 Mofongo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 787 Mofongo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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