Garden Grove Restaurant

1200 Epcot Resort Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

American

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Garden Grove Restaurant, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 6, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Lake Buena Vista average 87, so Garden Grove Restaurant trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects in the dishmachine room Notify Supervisor on duty next unannounced inspection. Recommend to notify current professional pest control service to treat in specific area.

35A-02-7

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee food handlers training Binh Ho expired 6/16/2025 class schedule this month.(April)

53B-14-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for hand sink located in the back prep kitchen. Stewarding provided paper towels at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed hand wash sink in prep kitchen no trash can provided. **Corrected On-Site**

33-38-4

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of roasted peppers stored on the storage rack.

01B-01-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels provided for hand sink back prep kitchen. Stewarding notify at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed hand sink not able to dispenser paper towels hand sink next to three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-05-4

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed server wearing a long ponytail while serving guests. Chef ask employee to restraint hair properly. **Corrected On-Site**

13-02-4

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Oct 31, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

May 20, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked French toast batter 44°f sausage gravy 43 °f stored inside walk in cooler less than 4 hours recommend quick chill product product removed stored in another walk in cooler.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Color-coded thermometers in use without a numerical scale. Observed color coded not reading properly thermometer in the reach in cooler in pantry area. **Corrected On-Site**

05-02-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed spoons stored upright used on the expo line near oatmeal. **Corrected On-Site**

24-18-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet on the hand wash sink located in the dish machine room. Engineering notify. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-11-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food spilled on the floor inside walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**

36-73-4

Aug 25, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garden Grove Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garden Grove Restaurant on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Garden Grove Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Garden Grove Restaurant.

How does Garden Grove Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Lake Buena Vista?

Garden Grove Restaurant most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Buena Vista average of 87.

Has Garden Grove Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garden Grove Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Garden Grove Restaurant 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 Garden Grove Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Garden Grove Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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