Halfway House Snack Bar

1601 Country Club Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

American

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Halfway House Snack Bar has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited three times.

Halfway House Snack Bar's latest score of 100 sits above the Orlando average of 79. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cabbage salad 44-47 in cooler overnight per operator

03A-02-5

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above 3 compartment sink.

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above mop sink and dry storage . **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sweaters, cellphones and purses on dry storage shelves. **Repeat Violation**

40-06-5

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Two underneath white cutting board bar section. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above 3 compartment sink and dry storage area**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**

38-07-4

Jun 3, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 15, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperature on vending machine 66F **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vending machine dispensing time/temperature control for safety food does not have an automatic shut off in the event of a power or mechanical failure that results in the unit being unable to maintain proper temperature. Ambient temperature 66F not locked out

14-61-4

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ambient temperature on vending machine 66F **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

01B-02-5

Dec 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. 151°f. Operator disconnected dish machine and maintenance locked machine for no use. Manager on duty switched to 3 compartment sink until dish machine is replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

16-54-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dish machine area.

36-34-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Sandwich and beverage in dry storage area on shelves. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. 3 cases of oil stored on the floor in dry storage room. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Above 3 compartment sink.

38-01-4

Mar 4, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Vending machine ambient temperature 48F-50F

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient temperature 48-50F See stop Sale.

03A-02-5

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

May 23, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

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. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

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. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Light not functioning. **Repeat Violation**

36-62-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Nov 15, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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

Basic - Light not functioning. Hood light burned out.

36-62-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Halfway House Snack Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Halfway House Snack Bar on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Halfway House Snack Bar?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Halfway House Snack Bar.

How does Halfway House Snack Bar compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Halfway House Snack Bar most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Halfway House Snack Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Halfway House Snack Bar have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Halfway House Snack Bar means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Halfway House Snack Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Halfway House Snack Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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