La Castanuela Tapas & Canas

4098 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32806

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 20, 2023

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas stretching back to 2022. On Jul 20, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Note that La Castanuela Tapas & Canas's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 20, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

La Castanuela Tapas & Canas' latest score of 41 falls below the Orlando average of 79. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken tenders over ready to eat empanadas in stand up freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-02-6

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. Provide form **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in commissary where employee is cutting chicken **Warning**

31B-03-4

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. Provide form **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in commissary has equipment in basin of hand sink **Warning**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in commissary where employee is cutting chicken **Warning**

31B-02-4

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 - Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service window and back door opened during hours of operation, no screen **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

35B-14-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Stand up freezer on mobile unit **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets hanging on small reach in cooler **Warning**

14-11-5

May 11, 2023

Complaint Partial

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**

11-27-4

May 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Oct 28, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 7 violations

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Castanuela Tapas & Canas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas on file is from Jul 20, 2023. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas.

How does La Castanuela Tapas & Canas compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

La Castanuela Tapas & Canas most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has La Castanuela Tapas & Canas' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Castanuela Tapas & Canas 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.

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