Cabana Live

4380 Carraway Pl, Sanford, FL 32771

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Cabana Live, the earliest from 2022. On Nov 13, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to 10 violations.

Looking across the full record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Sanford average 77, so Cabana Live trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 9 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -multiple cutting boards stained throughout the kitchen -inside of microwave above hot holding unit

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink across from office blocked by photo machine, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink behind bar used to store soiled dishes, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Urinal not flushing/functioning properly, operator contacted plumber for repairs **Corrective Action Taken**

32-23-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing/handwashing areas soiled -wall behind cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris

36-27-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**

16-21-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk-in freezer door gasket **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -walk-in cooler

36-22-4

Basic - Floor in kitchen is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers have an accumulation of grease and food debris -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris -mop sink soiled

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Dec 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Feb 19, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -bar handsinks **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handsink in bar **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -dishwasher trays soiled

23-03-4

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind cook line

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -in walk in freezer

14-69-4

Jun 29, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.

35B-03-4

Jul 11, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-11: **Time Extended**

16-21-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-11: **Time Extended**

36-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-05-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-11: **Time Extended**

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cabana Live last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cabana Live on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cabana Live?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cabana Live.

How does Cabana Live compare to other restaurants in Sanford?

Cabana Live most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.

Has Cabana Live's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cabana Live have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cabana Live 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 Cabana Live inspected?

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

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