Banquet Kitchen

1200 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Catering
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Banquet Kitchen has been inspected eight times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.

That's lower than the typical Lake Buena Vista restaurant, which scores around 87. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Check temperature of sesame dessert 47°f coconut cream 47°f stored inside reach in cooler overnight. (Bakery)
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Check temperature sesame dessert 47°f, coconut cream 47°f, ganache 47/48°f stored inside reach in cooler in the pantry area.
01B-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with the surface. Observed white residue on the storage shelves located in the walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed three missing light shields in the dish machine room.
38-07-4
67
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed sour cream labeled 11/10 over 7 days stored inside walk in cooler, employee discarded product. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed no date mark on the sour cream stored inside walk in cooler, Cast member discarded. Gallons milk not date marked stored inside reach in cooler in the banquet hallway.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer has old food debris spilled on the surface cold banquet kitchen. Can opener blade has old food debris left
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed tray stored in front of hand wash sink located in the back prep kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food debris on the plate trays stored in the cold prep kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like growth on the surface in the dry storage room in bakery. Engineering notify at time of inspection.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee slicing green onions while wearing watch.(cold prep kitchen) Chef ask employee to remove . **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor inside front of hand wash sink.
36-22-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can next to hand wash sink located in the hot prep kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled poker chips stored inside banquet kitchen hallway.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink not working properly cold water not working properly.
29-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters stored exposed in the banquet back hall. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket next to hand wash sink.
42-01-4
41
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
67
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Banquet Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Banquet Kitchen on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Banquet Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Lake Buena Vista?

Banquet Kitchen most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Buena Vista average of 87.

Has Banquet Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Banquet Kitchen have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Banquet Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Banquet Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Banquet Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.