F&D Cantina Lake Mary
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at F&D Cantina Lake Mary, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Lake Mary average 79, so F&D Cantina Lake Mary trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand wash sink at dish station **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. - ice machine water filter has change out date of 1/30/25
29-28-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - scoops at cookline
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - bottom of cooler at prep area
22-16-4
70
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
82
Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - cookline cooler door gapped when closed **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - gouged concrete around floor drains at bar retaining water **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-12: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
86
Apr 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding) datemarked 4/10 - bacon wrap (50F - Cold Holding) datemarked 4/10 Manager unable to determine time food entered temperature danger zone. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. - Spinach dip datemarked 3/26 **Warning**
02C-01-5
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 to operator **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - only manager certification is expired **Warning**
53A-07-6
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. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - cookline cooler door gapped when closed **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - provided to operator **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. - employee ran through dishwasher again **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. - bulk beans **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - gouged concrete around floor drains at bar retaining water **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
37
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. LOWBOY (); - raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); - raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); - steak (45F - Cold Holding) COOKLINE LEFT: - pork (45F-48F - Cold Holding **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment advertised fresh juice, but juice was not prepared within 12 hours of sale and/or juice contains additives. - menu shows fresh lime juice. Manager states lime juice comes from bottles.
52-10-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ - 1 employee
53A-03-7
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below bar cooler
36-73-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. - ice scoops at bar
10-01-5
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. - manager sent to rewash **Corrective Action Taken**
16-48-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - gouged concrete around floor drains at bar retaining water
36-02-5
45
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef,shrimp and fish temping between 50F-58F at reach in cooler under flat grill.Operator iced down items and moved to walk in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for quat sanitizer or chlorine sanitizer
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical in spray bottle at front line with no label **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door to reach in cooler at cooks line across from flat top grill does not seal when closed Reach in cooler under flat top temping at 45F
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. In use tongs stored on oven handle at cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Case of green peppers stored over pico at walk in cooler
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
14-17-4
58
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. when adding a splitter to a hose Bibb a vacuum breaker needs to be added to the unprotected side. Currently the splitter is set up with a water line to a chemical dispenser and the other side is open. The open side needs a vacuum breaker added. The chemical device has its back flow protection built in.
29-34-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over the ice machine
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. ATOSA cooler damaged
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cooks line
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the walk in cooler
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood grease build -broiler has a grease build up -exterior of the grill
23-03-4
67
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Drawer to the low boy cooler will not close easily -drawers at the flat top will not seal , gasket damaged -stop sale -gasket to the line make cooler -wooden trays are split and need to repaired - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was F&D Cantina Lake Mary last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at F&D Cantina Lake Mary on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at F&D Cantina Lake Mary?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at F&D Cantina Lake Mary.
How does F&D Cantina Lake Mary compare to other restaurants in Lake Mary?
F&D Cantina Lake Mary most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Mary average of 79.
Has F&D Cantina Lake Mary's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at F&D Cantina Lake Mary have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at F&D Cantina Lake Mary 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 F&D Cantina Lake Mary inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, F&D Cantina Lake Mary is inspected around three times per year on average.
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