Cracker Barrel #520
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
74
Score
Cracker Barrel #520 has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 18, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean bowls and plates at dessert station Operator covered **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Several on make tables throughout. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink Operator covered **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-18-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 in hood in prep area Operator has a work order in **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Dump sink faucet in server station. Work order in **Corrective Action Taken**
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Server area Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
74
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak over onion rings in walk in freezer. Operator switched **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. flank steak ambient (45F - Cold Holding) in cookline drawer operator was unsure how long there so he voluntarily discarded 13 packages
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. flank steak ambient (45F - Cold Holding) in cookline drawer operator was unsure how long there so he voluntarily discarded 13 packages **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Several make tables throughout
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket hot box
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Top oven in prep area **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 in hood Operator has a work order in **Corrective Action Taken**
36-62-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hot water does not turn off completely hand wash sink between cookline and ware washing area. Faucet to prep sink in prep area Work order in **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
45
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. steak tips (48F - Cold Holding) in cookline drawer. Per operator less than 4 hours. Operator voluntarily discarded.
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ladies room
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler in prep area. Waiting on part **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Freezer floor **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens In prep area **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets reach in freezer cookline Reach in freezer cookline **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
61
Jul 16, 2024
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jan 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Use time but do not have the written plan on hand. Gave a copy.
03F-10-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Dish area under tables Freezer floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of kitchen equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer. interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind equipment in kitchen.
36-27-5
70
Aug 25, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
67
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head clean details.
22-02-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Cooking area at the back of the house l
36-62-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom hand sink .
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler .
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Employee hand sink back of the house .
29-11-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Hoods throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Operator change it . **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Storage area . **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
50
Aug 29, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jesus
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Dish area.
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Triple sink
29-18-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 112F, Staff changed water 138 **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cracker Barrel #520 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cracker Barrel #520 on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cracker Barrel #520?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cracker Barrel #520.
How does Cracker Barrel #520 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Cracker Barrel #520 most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Cracker Barrel #520's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cracker Barrel #520 have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cracker Barrel #520 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 Cracker Barrel #520 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cracker Barrel #520 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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