Pdq
Last inspected: Jul 8, 2025
45
Score
Inspectors have visited Pdq four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near eight violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Pdq on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 8, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
45
Jun 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping bucket at front counter **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On splitter at mop sink
29-42-4
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap.
29-45-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice, soda dispenser at drive thru and customer self service has debris build up **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back area by ware wash area **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Choppers have debris build up **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Pipes on wall behind fryers has a flour/debris build up Debris build up on clean equipment sleeves **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Numerous reach in coolers at cook line has debris build up inside and on handles
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at 3 bay sink has debris build up **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At front counter **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
35
May 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 4 Portions each of broccoli and cheese and Mac and cheese in the microwave, reheated and at 98-112f in microwave. Per manager portion are pre heated and wait in microwave for order. Corrective action taken to cool products make down and heat 1 portion when ordered
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles has build up at drive thru
22-02-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. No heat test strips
16-33-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Knife and measuring cup in basin of hand sink by salad prep make table **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired.
22-56-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line by oven **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling over hot holding area for food has a dust build up
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets on bag of bread crumbs **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All chicken storage reach in coolers have a heavy debris build up, prep coolers, breading station Salad make table has food debris build up Grease build up on pipe behind fryers
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind dish machine has build up of debris
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink at cook line by oven and hand sink by salad prep station, the faucet is leaking. Both faucets have black tape on faucets
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container near drive thru register window **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pdq last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pdq on file is from Jul 8, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pdq?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pdq.
How does Pdq compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Pdq most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Pdq's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pdq have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pdq 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 Pdq inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pdq is inspected around two times per year on average.
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