Flip Flops Bar and Grille
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Flip Flops Bar and Grille has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Mar 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Kissimmee restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Jun 27, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Mashed potatoes hot holding 125°; operator moved to stove top for immediate temperature recovery, reheated to 167f within 30 minutes **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at 2 hand sinks in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from prep sink **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. 2 unused coolers outside back door
33-31-5
64
May 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored on top of raw pork at the reach-in freezer . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored on top of grits at the bottom of make table . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cup of drink stored at dishwasher area next to clean plate . - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
70
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended**
22-41-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored on top of grits at the bottom of make table . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored on top of raw pork at the reach-in freezer . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cup of drink stored at dishwasher area next to clean plate . - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-15: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
61
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm . **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed 5-10 live flying throughout kitchen . **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored on top of grits at the bottom of make table . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored on top of raw pork at the reach-in freezer . Operator switch it . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Sewage on ground from failed septic system. Outside the building and company was there to clean it up and fix the drain . **Warning **Warning**
28-16-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cup of drink stored at dishwasher area next to clean plate .
40-06-5
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Throughout kitchen because of the sewage out side .
36-64-5
43
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Jun 20, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Pesto sauce in the reach in cooler
01B-07-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cheese should have been discarded on 6/17/24
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 bottled hanging above the 2 comp sink.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.cutting board
22-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.ice bucket . **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Water on the ground in the bar area **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer soiled
14-33-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood filters soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - /microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In the kitchen .
36-34-5
45
Mar 14, 2024
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Dec 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
82
May 19, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flip Flops Bar and Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flip Flops Bar and Grille on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
How does Flip Flops Bar and Grille compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
Flip Flops Bar and Grille most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has Flip Flops Bar and Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flip Flops Bar and Grille have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Flip Flops Bar and Grille 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 Flip Flops Bar and Grille inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Flip Flops Bar and Grille is inspected around four times per year on average.
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