Istanbul Grill
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
74
Score
Istanbul Grill has been inspected eight times since 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 5, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken and lamb over case of unwashed lettuce. Operator rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two tanks not secured at back of kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Lids and containers on floor at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Nuggets not covered in reach-in freezer at side of kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
74
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 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. Eight employees with expired certificates.
53B-14-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Several bottled waters in coolers on cooks line.
12B-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chicken tenders and nuggets not covered in reach-in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic condiment cups and bowls used in several spice containers on dry storage shelf. Operator removed all. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water on prep table on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Several purses on flour and drinks lower shelf of prep table next to reach-in coolers.
40-06-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Several tongs on oven handle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both restrooms and handwashing sink at ware-washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
64
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over ready to eat. 2 door reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No advisory gave operator advisory and posted. Will under cook upon request **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lentil soup **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bus tubs **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Ice cream in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket reach in cooler
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table
29-49-6
35
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
45
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
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
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
47
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
18
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Istanbul Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Istanbul Grill on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Istanbul Grill?
Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Istanbul Grill.
How does Istanbul Grill compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Istanbul Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Istanbul Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Istanbul Grill have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Istanbul Grill 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 Istanbul Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Istanbul Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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