Garnet Inn & Suites

8820 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809

American

Last inspected: Aug 5, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Garnet Inn & Suites, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around four violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

“Hole in or other damage to wall” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Garnet Inn & Suites on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Commet on counter next to coffee. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Water leaking from faucet. Triple sink.

29-11-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dry storage area

36-37-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Drop ceiling in kitchen

36-36-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Plywood for exterior opening

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**

36-24-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At buffet area plates. Management turned over plates. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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 operator handout. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with poster. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Throughout kitchen area.

36-24-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen.

36-32-5

Nov 27, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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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/ Administrative complaint recommended on previous inspection. **Repeat Violation**

53A-07-6

Aug 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-18: Time extended 30 days **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-21: **Admin Complaint**

53A-02-7

Jul 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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53A-02-7

May 18, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.shell eggs over butter pats in silver cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Warning**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.in kitchen **Warning**

31B-03-4

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter pats (78F - Cold Holding) operator could not state how long they were out 2% milk (44F - Cold Holding)- operator discarded **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-10: Butter pats 50F sitting out for guests at room temperature. Operator states out less then 4 hours, advised to place under refrigeration **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-09:

03A-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-10: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-09:

53A-02-7

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-10: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-09:

16-37-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Garnet Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Garnet Inn & Suites on file is from Aug 5, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Garnet Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Garnet Inn & Suites.

How does Garnet Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Garnet Inn & Suites most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Garnet Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Garnet Inn & Suites have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Garnet Inn & Suites 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 Garnet Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Garnet Inn & Suites is inspected around three times per year on average.

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