Boriken Foods Co
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
21
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Boriken Foods Co stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 8, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 10 violations each.
“Operating with an expired division of hotels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Poinciana facility scores 78, putting Boriken Foods Co on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
21
Apr 28, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags holding enchiladas in reach in freezers Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st 2025
50-17-3
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several items in reach in coolers **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of salt in dry storage area
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind kitchen equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On make table on cookline
14-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. 1 unisex bathroom for guests
32-12-6
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Coffee sifters next to front counter handwashing sink
24-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. On side wall inside **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several in use and on dry storage rack
16-46-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents Front counter handwashing sink
23-03-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood over cookline
36-68-5
41
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
41
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
33
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over shell eggs in reach-in cooler. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Steak marked 4/30/24 in reach-in cooler.
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with gray liquid at front counter.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter handwash sink, as evidenced by towel inside sink.
31A-11-4
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. Milk stored in reach-in cooler over 24 hours, per operator. Operator placed a date mark. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in kitchen blocked by mixer.
31A-09-4
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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored under sandwich press.
10-17-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In front counter area and back prep area.
36-37-5
21
Dec 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At front coffee area
27-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powdery substance
02D-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in kitchen area
14-69-4
70
May 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
95
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Boriken Foods Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Boriken Foods Co on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Boriken Foods Co?
Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Boriken Foods Co.
How does Boriken Foods Co compare to other restaurants in Poinciana?
Boriken Foods Co most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Poinciana average of 78.
Has Boriken Foods Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Boriken Foods Co have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Boriken Foods Co 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 Boriken Foods Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Boriken Foods Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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