Banana Beach Cookout
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
95
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Banana Beach Cookout, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 11, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to one violation per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning”, which has been cited two times.
Banana Beach Cookout's latest score of 95 sits above the Orlando average of 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On dish shelf in kitchen
16-46-4
95
Aug 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Water bottle in reach in in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
95
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm, retested at 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
95
Jul 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. Chicken on top of peaches, chicken bag open **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding) at front service counter, operator placed on time control **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. chicken breast (44-47F - Cooling); ribs (44-47F - Cooling); pulled pork (44-47F - Cooling); covered and stacked with little air circulation between pans **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. At hand sinks at pickup counters **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-29: **Time Extended**
33-06-4
64
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
55
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. **Repeat Violation**
22-57-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer floor.
14-69-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler. Employee cleaned it during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. From 3 compartment sink faucet
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
58
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
May 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. 138F Operator called maintenance to come and service machine **Corrective Action Taken**
16-54-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups on floor under counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
86
Aug 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Dry rubbed ribs (47-52F - ambient Cooling)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Dry rubbed ribs (47-52F - Cooling)
03D-07-5
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Non reversible thermometer reading 143F
22-56-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Behind front counter
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf in kitchen. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. At grill
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sheet pan under stero behind front counter
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Grab and go front counter
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Behind service counter
29-11-4
45
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Banana Beach Cookout last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Banana Beach Cookout on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Banana Beach Cookout?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Banana Beach Cookout.
How does Banana Beach Cookout compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Banana Beach Cookout most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Banana Beach Cookout's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Banana Beach Cookout have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Banana Beach Cookout means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Banana Beach Cookout inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Banana Beach Cookout is inspected around two times per year on average.
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