Empire Ballroom

1900 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Catering

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Empire Ballroom has eight inspections in the public record. Empire Ballroom was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Lake Buena Vista restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Observed clam juice dented can stored underneath storage shelve banquet kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-01-4

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board soiled in the garnish area Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter not dated attached to ice machine located in the hallway. Operations Manager notify **Corrected On-Site**

29-28-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling inside has mold like on the top panel walk in cooler for kegs.

36-34-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like growth inside frame of the window for the walk in cooler ( dry storage room)

23-03-4

Mar 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of milk 47f, butter 44°f stored inside walk in cooler less than 4 hours in bakery recommend to quick chill product. Engineering notify to check ambient temperature of walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor in the cold prep room.

36-22-4

Nov 5, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle glass cleaner stored next to scale located in the receiving area. Chef removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer has old food debris left on the back surface.

22-02-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior oven has grease accumulation in the back prep kitchen.

22-08-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the hot line.

36-22-4

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler used garde manger kitchen.

14-17-4

Apr 3, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 22, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 7, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed heavy cream not date marked stored inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on the floor in walk in freezer (bakery area ) Engineering notify **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Observed lights inside walk in cooler not working properly (bakery area) Engineering notify at time of inspection **Corrective Action Taken**

36-62-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet on the prep sink located in the banquet kitchen. Engineering replaced faucet on prep sink. **Corrected On-Site**

29-11-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Empire Ballroom last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Empire Ballroom on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Empire Ballroom?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Empire Ballroom.

How does Empire Ballroom compare to other restaurants in Lake Buena Vista?

Empire Ballroom most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Lake Buena Vista average of 87.

Has Empire Ballroom's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Empire Ballroom have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Empire Ballroom means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Empire Ballroom inspected?

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

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