Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center

580 E Main St, Apopka, FL 32703

American

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 5, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Apopka facility scores 78, putting Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jul 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 13, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 3 packs of thawed sealed salmon, packaging states, keep frozen, open when defrosting

01B-13-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Blue chemical spray bottle on food shelf **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager Food and Beverage Manager Heather has no certification, no other manager certification

53A-04-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dry storage blocked by cart Hand sink by ware washing area has bags of linens and glassware stored in front of sink **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite from previous day in coolers not dated **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue cleaner in kitchen not labeled

41-17-4

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

51-11-4

Basic - Ceiling tile in kitchen is not covering opening to ceiling properly

36-36-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Paper goods in dry storage on floor **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Jul 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in middle prep area blocked by broom, dustpan and plugged in electrical cord stored in/ over sink **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Food stored on floor in walk-in-cooler **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters at entrance to kitchen not inverted **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Aug 14, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 7 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Feb 17, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked wings in cooler from previous day not dated

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow cleaner in spray bottle not labeled at bar **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing on cooks line

36-36-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on open deli paper on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 cases of water on floor in storage area

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination To go containers above soda dispenser at entrance to kitchen **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris by fryers

36-73-4

Jul 1, 2022

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable to board on cooks line **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Wraps at grab and go counter and Caesar salads not labeled correctly at front counter **Corrected On-Site**

02D-03-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust by dish machine

36-27-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine heavily soiled

16-21-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center.

How does Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center compare to other restaurants in Apopka?

Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Apopka average of 78.

Has Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center 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 Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hilton Garden Inn at Apopka City Center is inspected around three times per year on average.

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