Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
26
Score
Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface signed/ soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw lamb over cooked rice in double door reach in cooler in prep area **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. By plates in kitchen By single service at bar Under counter prep table on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm Primed twice then was 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Single door reach in cooler Raw chicken skewers over raw ground beef skewers Raw ground beef skewers over raw sliced steak **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink by three comp
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface signed/ soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boar of sandwich top reach in cooler
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep area **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment in kitchen Behind bar equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Food being prepared outside. Bar tender cutting garnish at open air bar Educated bar tender **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-32-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Single door glass reach in cooler in kitchen
05-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
26
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-08: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added back room with reach in freezers and collets and a hand sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
82
Mar 4, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths./chlorine strip not available.
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair./dish machine not working. Operator already ordered a new machine and should arrive in the next two weeks. In the meantime, all glass and dishes will move to kitchen 3 compartment to wash, rinse and sanitize (use Chlorine sanitizer-bleach).
14-11-5
86
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added back room with reach in freezers and collets and a hand sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
82
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken skewers over ground beef chub in double door reach in cooler in the back **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At the bar **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added back room with reach in freezers and collets and a hand sink **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Ice buildup in single door reach-in freezer by mop sink **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe u see hand sink in kitchen **Warning**
29-11-4
58
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken kabob over raw lamb chop in under counter reach in cooler with table top warmer on it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket in hand sink at the bar **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Hummus and babagaboush
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Juice in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under counter prep tables in kitchen **Warning**
23-03-4
55
May 20, 2025
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Glass scrubber in hand sink at the bar **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing green toxic substance not labeled on front counter **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sandwich top reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator dicarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4
78
Feb 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
70
Jun 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface signed/ soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel.
How does Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel 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 Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ka La Roof Top Lounge/ Cambria Hotel is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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