El Importado
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
30
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at El Importado, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 25, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around 12 violations to closer to 15 violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited nine times.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting El Importado on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Beef over ham and sausage in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator rearranged.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over lemons in reach-in cooler next to chest freezer. Operator rearranged.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -At handwashing sink at warewashing area. -At front counter. **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. The only employee present has been working 3 weeks without being informed. Filled form during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -At handwashing sink at warewashing area. - At front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Along bottom and bottom right side of back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several cracked floor tiles throughout.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of hot sauce stored on floor at front counter. Operator placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Dumpster lid broken.
33-15-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over oil and plantains near exit door.
35B-02-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach-in cooler next to reach-in freezer on cooks line.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink at warewashing area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Male restroom.
32-23-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at handwashing sink on cooks line. Water turned off below.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All white cutting boards on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
30
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee hired for 60 days without certificate.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser at handwashing sink at warewashing area.
31B-05-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Along bottom and bottom right side of back exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several floor tiles cracked in kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink at warewashing area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Inoperable ice machine at back of kitchen.
33-30-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at handwashing sink on cooks line.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket of water at mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on prep table.
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in inoperable ice machine at back of kitchen. Operator cleaned interior of machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several water bottles on prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Hair accessories, face mask, facial cleanser and other personal items on top of reach-in cooler next to chest freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
45
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw beef temping 48F, held overnight in reach-in cooler, per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef temping 48F, held overnight in reach-in cooler, per operator.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over containers of salsas in reach in cooler next to white chest freezer. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with three ends attached to faucet, no vacuum breaker at all three ends of splitter.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at front counter. Moved to wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine, for triple sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Operator placed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. Operator placed soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent above maketable.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler next to chest freezer, digital thermometer reads 33F, but cooler not holding TCS items at 41F or below.
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on prep table of kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Along bottom and bottom right side of back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop touching food inside container of sugar across from tall reach in freezer.
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. Emailed sign to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
26
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
67
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: Cut lettuce 59F Pico 56F Cheese 54F Sausage 57F Ham 56F Cooked Pork 57 Cut Cabbage 51 Cheese 54 Salami 60 Yuca 57 **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing Sink removed next to triple sink per operator. Observed handwashing aide on wall. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
05-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Make table for hot holding directly under soap dispenser. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
08B-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Make table and home style refrigerator. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor upon entry of establishment. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
36-64-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wiping cloths around kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-27: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
39
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature range for TCS items 55-61F Lettuce, cheese, Ham, raw chicken, sausage, fried cheese, fried plantains, hotdog sausages **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Provided operator with Time and temperature control plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing Sink removed next to triple sink per operator. Observed handwashing aide on wall. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef in ziplock back inside handwashing sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit.
05-11-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Make table for hot holding directly under soap dispenser.
08B-36-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Make table and home style refrigerator.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor upon entry of establishment.
36-64-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Make table and reach in cooler in front of fryer.
33-31-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple wiping cloths around kitchen.
21-12-4
29
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (55F - Cold Holding); cheese (55F - Cold Holding); corn (50F - Cold Holding. Operator stated that he cut everything at 8:30 am and put it to the make table-advised to move everything back to the walk-in cooler to cool down . Operator moved everything to the walk-in cooler to cool. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup stored at the employee hand sink at the kitchen. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee hand sink at the front area . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At the ice machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Through kitchen and walk-in cooler door . **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Through kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Gasket at the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. The one at the entrance to the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler and the bottom of make table. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
45
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw burgers in walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 34 each Venezuelan Chicha Drink prepared at home. Observed 12 each flan and 10 each tres leches prepared at home.
01B-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); white cheese (48F - Cold Holding) Operator opened freezer door to help bring temperature down to at least 41F **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee go to the kitchen, put on gloves and work with food preparation without washing hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed 34 each Venezuelan Chicha Drink prepared at home. Observed 12 each flan and 10 each tres leches prepared at home.
01A-03-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed eggs over ready to eat arepas and raw chicken p/raw burgers over cooked yuca in walk-in cooler. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 bottles without label, 1 with blue liquid and 1 with clear liquid. Operator labeled them.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container in flour bin. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over mop sink
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By back exit **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. From reach in coolers
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen hand wash sink. Provided and operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service eating utensils directly on the floor in the front counter area. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Observed spoons, forks and knives by the cash register not protected. Operator placed them in a place out of reach of customers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-09-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers from walk in cooler are soiled
36-50-4
Basic - Walk in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin without label. Operator added label **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
13
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 small flying insects in the back of the kitchen, not touching food
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. corn pancakes (55F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (56-57F - Cold Holding); sliced deli ham (56-57F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese American (56-57F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours. Operator stated they just received food delivery and door was open for a long time. Advised operator to open the freezer door to bring the temperature dow to at least 41F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles towards the back exit door with water damage
36-32-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed frying oil plastic containers directly on the floor **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler in front of the freezer
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk in cooler fan covers are dusty **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
52
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. deli ham (46F - Cold Holding), shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding), the rest of the items inside the reach in cooler were at the correct temperature. Explained operator that all items cold holding need to be at least at 41F. raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); chicken raw (49F - Cold Holding); raw pork (48F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (49F - Cold Holding) Walking cooler was left open when we walked in, advised operator to open the freezer door to help bring down the temperature. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.
28-14-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw eggs over raw pork and raw chicken over raw bacon in the walk in cooler
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed 5 glass bottle of coconut punch not made in the establishment per operator.
01B-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash and mop sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front by cashier with personal item and the one in the kitchen with a container
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter without service date
29-28-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Lack of hot water throughout the entire establishment. Water temperature between 89-92F
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance inside the ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a small container without handle inside the salt container
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Both in the behind the cashier and in the back by the dish room area.
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 4/1/2022 displayed
50-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen in front of the reach in freezer and dining room area.
36-17-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. On reach in coolers
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front kitchen hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fan cover inside the walking cooler **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors throughout the kitchen and bathrooms.
36-64-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee Gatorade drink in reach in cooler.
12B-13-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination.
25-09-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Underneath the 3 compartment sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with sugar without a label.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Importado last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Importado on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Importado?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at El Importado.
How does El Importado compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
El Importado most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has El Importado's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Importado have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Importado 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 El Importado inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Importado is inspected around four times per year on average.
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