Howl at the Moon

8815 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Howl at the Moon has five inspections in the public record. On Mar 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about six violations before that.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Orlando sits at 79, putting Howl at the Moon on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 28, 2026

Routine - Food

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

View 4 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored./chemical spray bottles stored next to desserts/cookies and next to cleaned glasses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/several manager certificates all expired. **Warning**

53A-03-7

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

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust./ice machine air filters soiled. **Warning**

23-03-4

May 2, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license./license expired 4/1/2025.

50-17-3

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found./Three flying insects at front dining room bar near soda nozzle.

35A-02-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink./front dining room bar hand sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime./several soda nozzles interior soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink./kitchen hand sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice./front dining room bar. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees./kitchen hand sink.

31B-04-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

May 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored./chemical spray bottle on food storage rack/ **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink./front bar/ **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled./chemical liquid bottle not labeled/main bar/ **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing./glass bowl inside kitchen hand sink/ **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

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

51-11-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside./right side of the exit door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

May 16, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Howl at the Moon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Howl at the Moon on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Howl at the Moon?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Howl at the Moon.

How does Howl at the Moon compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Howl at the Moon most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Howl at the Moon's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Howl at the Moon have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Howl at the Moon 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 Howl at the Moon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Howl at the Moon is inspected around two times per year on average.

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