Blessed Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Blessed Kitchen 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 18, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Blessed Kitchen on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 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 chicken and beef in chest freezer. Manager removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw eggs not broken, immediately cooked for an individual serving and served; broken and combined as an ingredient immediately before baking at item such as a cake; or substituted with pasteurized eggs at an establishment serving a highly susceptible population. No specific HACCP plan available for preparation of the eggs. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
01B-35-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. peas (54-62F - Cooling) from 45 minutes ago at 9:30. Second temp 11:45 (51-58F). Team placed pans in reach in freezer to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink near cook line. Added paper towels. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Two Food storage pods located outside of the building. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: 30 day extension given. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
50
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw eggs not broken, immediately cooked for an individual serving and served; broken and combined as an ingredient immediately before baking at item such as a cake; or substituted with pasteurized eggs at an establishment serving a highly susceptible population. No specific HACCP plan available for preparation of the eggs.
01B-35-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken and beef in chest freezer. Manager removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. peas (54-62F - Cooling) from 45 minutes ago at 9:30. Second temp 11:45 (51-58F). Team placed pans in reach in freezer to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink near cook line. Added paper towels. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Two Food storage pods located outside of the building. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
50
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Hose on top of drain located between the ovens. Moved hose over drain. Advised to put an extension on the hose. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
29-44-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located next to triple sink. Made dispenser work. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. ground beef from 1.5 hours ago @ 11:00am (95-113F - Cooling). Advised to reheat to 165F to restart the cooling process. Staff began reheating process. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towels and utensils in the hand sink Located next to triple sink. Management removed items. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water on the hand sink located at entrance spins, no water comes out. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
29-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Hood - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Door doesn't close. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-14: **Time Extended**
35B-04-4
55
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Hose on top of drain located between the ovens. Moved hose over drain. Advised to put an extension on the hose.
29-44-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. ground beef from 1.5 hours ago @ 11:00am (95-113F - Cooling). Advised to reheat to 165F to restart the cooling process. Staff began reheating process. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towels and utensils in the hand sink Located next to triple sink. Management removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink located next to mop sink needs to replaced. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand sink removed from location next to mop sink. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located next to triple sink. Made dispenser work. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water on the hand sink located at entrance spins, no water comes out.
29-09-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood
36-62-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Door doesn't close.
35B-04-4
45
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple holes throughout facility entrance to back of the house, above cooks line, and 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. By 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
90
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Apr 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink located near front entrance management filled soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee open bag chips on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Prep station at entrance. Staff removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Area near ovens
36-34-5
78
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
78
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water Faucet not missing but stripped at hand sink in ware washing area.
29-09-4
70
Oct 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched phone with gloves on put phone back in pocket and went back to prepping food. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee removed gloves and washed hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in prep area **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water Faucet not missing but is stripped at hand sink in ware washing area.
29-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling on the cook line is drooping down but ceiling is still intact.
36-37-5
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blessed Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blessed Kitchen on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
How does Blessed Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Blessed Kitchen most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Blessed Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blessed Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Blessed Kitchen 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 Blessed Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blessed Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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