Blessing D Kreyol Food

18 N Dollins Ave K19, Orlando, FL 32805
African
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2025
19
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2022, Blessing D Kreyol Food has four inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 21 violations per visit lately, up from roughly 10 violations before.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
6
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sauce in walk-in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. White rice in reach in cooler overnight per operator 68°f. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. White rice 68°f in reach in cooler overnight per operator. Operator discarded. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Emailed operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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. Lamb and chicken cooked Saturday 2/8 per operator in reach in cooler not date marked. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
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. Emailed operator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towel and bowl in hws. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in rice, flour and sugar. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All equipment handles throughout unit. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above rice warmer and 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all equipment throughout unit. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Two cases of oil stored on the floor under prep sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At prep table. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on prep table. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, underneath prep table shelve at entrance to unit, side of fryers and all cooking equipment on cooks line. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout entire unit walls soiled with black particles. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In front of 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
19
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 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. Provided form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsing rag in hand-wash station.
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. Printed and provided form. Employee signed and acknowledged. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Salt in container by prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and Goat in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Dry storage shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By entrance to kitchen facility.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At entrance to facility.
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil boxes on floor and bag of flour **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
43
May 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
39
Dec 20, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blessing D Kreyol Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blessing D Kreyol Food on file is from Feb 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blessing D Kreyol Food?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blessing D Kreyol Food.

How does Blessing D Kreyol Food compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Blessing D Kreyol Food most recently scored 19 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Blessing D Kreyol Food's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Blessing D Kreyol Food have averaged around 21 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Blessing D Kreyol Food 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 Blessing D Kreyol Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blessing D Kreyol Food is inspected around two times per year on average.