Cosechas

8001 S Orange Blossom Trl Ste 112, Orlando, FL 32809

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 18, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show three inspections at Cosechas stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 18, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 14 violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Cosechas on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 14 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observe employee wash dish and not sanitize dish Advised operator to rehash and sanitize dish **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-45-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk on counter 51° Per operator less than 2 hours. Operator moved milk into cooler. Advised can use time plan or keep 41° or less. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-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. Provided operator with form **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food manager certification expired 2-25 **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked with gloved inside. Employee removed gloves **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat test kit **Warning**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees. Hand sink had no water. Manager came with water for hand sink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-12-4

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. Unable to find form Provided operator with form Employee signed form during inspection **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All food handler certificates expired 5-24-24 **Warning**

53B-05-5

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink Advised hand wash is allowed only in hand wash sink **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

12A-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Knife handle touching fruit Operator removed knife **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-06-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on freezer next to prepping fruit Employees moved phone **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket broken on reach in freezer **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case bottle water floor Operator moved off floor **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

May 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. The only hand sink is used for storage **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. The only hand sink is being used for storage and turned off.. Sink was turned on and fully operational. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-04-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking on floor from a c unit.

29-11-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on chest freezer.

14-11-5

Jan 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cosechas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cosechas on file is from Apr 18, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cosechas?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cosechas.

How does Cosechas compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Cosechas most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Cosechas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cosechas have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cosechas 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 Cosechas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cosechas is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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