Arepa Burger
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
41
Score
Arepa Burger has been inspected eight times since 2022. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair”, showing up four times.
Arepa Burger's latest score of 41 falls below the Orlando average of 79. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
8
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Lomo pork prepared 1-08-26 and 1-27-26 approx 8 lbs Polo prepared 1-19-26 approx 2 lbs Lomo gravy prepared 1-8-26 and 12-8-26 approx 16 ozz Pork caldo prepared 1-12-26 approx 16 ozz Gaslic oil prepared 1-23-26 approx 1 ozz
01B-24-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. 3 compartment sink .
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over cooked chicken at the front reach-in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - 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 beef stored over raw marinated pork at the front reach-in freezer . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Lomo pork prepared 1-08-26 and 1-27-26 approx 8 lbs Polo prepared 1-19-26 approx 2 lbs Lomo gravy prepared 1-8-26 and 12-8-26 approx 16 ozz Pork caldo prepared 1-12-26 approx 16 ozz Gaslic oil prepared 1-23-26 approx 1 ozz
02C-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn freezer door . **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing tiles front of reach-in freezer . **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocados stored over black beans at the reach-in cooler . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
41
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. reach in cooler one door (); raw beef (44F - Cold Holding); lasagna (44F - Cold Holding). Operates stated the cooler was open a little time and she moved the food to freezer to cool down . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the reach-in freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Front of reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The hoods.
23-03-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables stored on top of arepa at the reach-in cooler the 2 door one .
08B-17-4
67
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Pernil pork and vegetables soup date at 1-7 and 1-5 operator stated was at the freezer and they pull it out from freezer yesterday without changing label . **Repeat Violation**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shell eggs stored on top of potato salad on the bottom of make table no physical barrier. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken stored on top of ready to eat pork at the bottom of make table . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored container at the only employee hand sink at the back area . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
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. Maria expired July 8-2024. **Repeat Violation**
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Front of reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on floor . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
45
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs stored top of marketable and bottom stored cheese without barrier . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-13-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken polodated 7-29-24 operator stated it was at the freezer and they didn't change the date .
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container stored at the employee Hand sink the one next to the 3 compartment sink . **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Empanadas prepared and stored at the reach-in freezer no date mark .
02C-04-5
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. Maria Jimenez expired July 8-2024.
53B-14-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Front of reach-in cooler .
36-17-5
Basic - Light not functioning. One out by the hoods.
36-62-4
45
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.aBread and peppers stored on non food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork kept on steam well for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 112F, cooked chicken kept on steam well with temperature of 113F. Ask employees to reheat up to 165F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Oil and stored on floor under prep table.
08B-47-4
70
Aug 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
58
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
61
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature. Beef, manager placed in refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**
06-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees./ sink at back door. Staff hung sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Added a hair net. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Manager put on a crate. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Lime . Manager put it on the shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Arepa Burger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Arepa Burger on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Arepa Burger?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Arepa Burger.
How does Arepa Burger compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Arepa Burger most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Arepa Burger's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Arepa Burger have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Arepa Burger 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 Arepa Burger inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Arepa Burger is inspected around two times per year on average.
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