El Critico
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, El Critico has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. El Critico was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around six violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so El Critico trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken stored on top of container of raw shell eggs in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Hand washing sink by triple sink.Operator put soap in container **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
22-02-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand washing sink at cooks line
29-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave at cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves
14-17-4
61
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Odoban chemical spray stored on prep table next to container of liquid butter. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink next to triple sink had cup and towel inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink next to triple sink. Operator placed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks not secured next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above reach-in freezer damaged.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed hats and a cellphone charger next to seasonings on shelf in back of kitchen. Above prep table at entrance to kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 cases of oil on floor. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Lid open. Operator closed. **Corrected On-Site**
33-29-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer has accumulated ice build on floor in between shelving units. Per operator they are working on repairing unit.
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler below maketable at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
50
May 16, 2024
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. 1 from hood - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-16: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
90
May 15, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork under raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator moved the pork to be over the beef. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Limonada de mango, toddy, kola, bati bati, fresa, mora, Nutella, coco, tamarindo, parchita ice cream tubs from Cristal Fruits company without license
01B-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicha drink with cook pasta (60F - Cold Holding), operator stated the reach in cooler was unplugged. Less than 5 hours, operator placed them in the freezer to ensure temperature goes down to at least 41F. sliced deli ham (56F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); raw steaks (49F - Cold Holding). Less than 2 hours operator moved them to the walk in cooler to bring g down the temperature to at least 41F**Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source. See Stop Sale. Observed variety of ice creams in reach in freezer from Cristal Fruits. Owners stated he asked them company and the do not have a license. **Admin Complaint**
01A-05-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink from cookline, employee replaced the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Provided and completed with employee during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By the soda syrups, operator secured them **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed cases of fries in walk in freezer and cases of mayo in dry storage. Employees moved them both to shelves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 1 from hood
36-62-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed spoons by the ice cream cart not T inverted, employee inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
33
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Mar 3, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date.
29-28-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - walk-in cooler
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above walk-in cooler entrance
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - by walk-in cooler entrance
36-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler front counter torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Grease around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Critico last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Critico on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Critico?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Critico.
How does El Critico compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
El Critico most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has El Critico's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Critico have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Critico 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 El Critico inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Critico is inspected around two times per year on average.
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