Moe's Southwest Grill

11062 International Dr Ste 164, Orlando, FL 32821
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Sep 12, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Moe's Southwest Grill, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 12, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

“Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Moe's Southwest Grill's latest score is in line with the Orlando average of 79. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese (47F - Cold Holding) front counter make table. In unit less then four hours. Pan in a pan without ice. Operator exchanged product and placed ice in bottom container **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Filter labeled to be replaced 8/25
29-28-4
78
Jan 2, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
74
May 24, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
35B-01-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from flat top grill on cooks line at front line
29-49-6
90
Jul 26, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
15 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. By the fryer area and throughout kitchen . **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall./mop sink
36-24-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/she have accumulation of soil residues. Under make table front area .
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front reach in cooler .
29-49-6
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Front are by the make table .
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle./ mop sink
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt in container with no label . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Woman restroom.
32-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Under make table front area and mop sink area
23-24-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
47
Sep 23, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice Shute for Soda machine in lobby area **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers in the back **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Operator wiped hood system **Corrected On-Site**
36-68-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powdery substance Operator labeled salt **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moe's Southwest Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moe's Southwest Grill on file is from Sep 12, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moe's Southwest Grill?

Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Moe's Southwest Grill.

How does Moe's Southwest Grill compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Moe's Southwest Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Orlando average of 79.

Has Moe's Southwest Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Moe's Southwest Grill have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Moe's Southwest Grill 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 Moe's Southwest Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Moe's Southwest Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.