Great American Cookies

4955 International Dr Unit 1C02, Orlando, FL 32819

American

Last inspected: May 2, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Great American Cookies four times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated May 2, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to 10 violations.

Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so Great American Cookies trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Over 200 ppm. Manager added water to solution. Rechecked 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**

41-15-5

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.

53B-14-5

Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. In back dry storage area

29-28-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In back dr storage area.

36-32-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. I back dry storage area next to box of fountain drinks

51-11-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At handwashing sink in the kitchen

29-11-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen Sliced Turkey placed on side of three compartment sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In reach in freezer

22-16-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Long white cutting board on prep table grooved.

14-09-4

May 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Walk in cooler Sliced turkey rolls in walk in cooler , date marked 1 month ago. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-01-5

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.

11-27-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in front counter cold holding unit.

05-09-4

Jun 8, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

May 8, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

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

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Great American Cookies last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Great American Cookies on file is from May 2, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Great American Cookies compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Great American Cookies most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Great American Cookies' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Great American Cookies have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Great American Cookies 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.

How often is Great American Cookies inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Great American Cookies is inspected around two times per year on average.

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