Goryeo Garden

5319 West Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
Korean
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
61
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Goryeo Garden, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.

Across the inspection history, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. White rice 108 hot holding in rice warmer dining room area. Operator raised temperature on warmer for temperature recovery. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board underneath prep table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator had employees acknowledge and sign during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar by soda machine. Operator chained. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees jacket and bag on dry storage shelves holding can foods.
40-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Prep station underneath green cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
61
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Intestines in to-go bags
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Meat glove in hand sink. Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen block by food cart. Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At bar
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Blue cutting board
14-09-4
58
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
45
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over bean soup. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink in kitchen blocked with rack. Manager removed rack. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. All of the meats on the all you can eat menu do not have identifier's.. and consumer advisory. Manager added consumer advisory and identifier to a few menus in use. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees signed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Soybean soup from 2 days ago. Chef added date mark. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Located on the drain of soda fountain. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-13: **Time Extended**
35B-02-4
45
May 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); pork (50F - Cold Holding); rib finger (50F - Cold Holding); pork jowl (50F - Cold Holding); pork belly (50F - Cold Holding). In make table from yesterday. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over bean soup. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink in kitchen blocked with rack. Manager removed rack. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. All of the meats on the all you can eat menu do not have identifier's.. and consumer advisory. Manager added consumer advisory and identifier to a few menus in use. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees signed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Soybean soup from 2 days ago. Chef added date mark. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Located on the drain of soda fountain. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-02-4
39
Nov 14, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. 3rd try50 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
16-55-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Bar inner wall needs painting or sealing.
36-30-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies
32-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Goryeo Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Goryeo Garden on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Goryeo Garden?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Goryeo Garden.

How does Goryeo Garden compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Goryeo Garden most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Goryeo Garden's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Goryeo Garden have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Goryeo Garden 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 Goryeo Garden inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Goryeo Garden is inspected around four times per year on average.