Flora Taverna

8505 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32819

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show three inspections at Flora Taverna stretching back to 2025. The most recent visit was on Mar 26, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as liner for food container of eggs in pastry walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw whole shell egg behind sautéed mushroom on sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line - raw commercially smoked salmon behind cream cheese on sandwich top reach in cooler on back cooks line **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards on back kitchen **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Paper in sink on cooks line - trash can blocking in pastry area **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Pizza oven on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Cook line **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Oct 14, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1)Raw steak over cooked chicken breast in drawers on cooks line 2) raw burger over lamb chops in drawers on cooks line 3) raw commercially smoked salmon behind créme fraiche on back cooks line 4) raw sausage links over raw bacon in walk on cooler **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Bread on pastry station Removed from area. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-02-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Back Cooks line

22-02-4

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoked salmon on digital board for breakfast Corrected on site

02B-01-5

Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Cooks line next to equipment **Corrected On-Site**

21-44-1

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in dish room

29-20-5

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Back cooks line between tables **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Feb 18, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flora Taverna last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flora Taverna on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flora Taverna?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Flora Taverna.

How does Flora Taverna compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Flora Taverna most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Flora Taverna's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Flora Taverna have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Flora Taverna 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.

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