Pescao

4862 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32839

Seafood

Last inspected: Jun 6, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Pescao, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Jun 6, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 15 violations per visit lately, up from roughly 12 violations before.

Across the inspection history, “no probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Pescao on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 15 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. ; beef (47F - Cold Holding)

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler from yesterday, per cook. ; beef (47F - Cold Holding)

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided advisory. Staff hung poster. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Fish civeche prepared with lime. Staff marked menu. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-01-5

Basic - Cardboard recycle dumpster/compactor contains garbage with food residue.

33-22-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on the front counter cooler. Wallet on shelf next to microwave Keys on shelf with seasoning.

40-06-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch on staff.

13-07-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine. Staff removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided sign **Corrective Action Taken**

51-13-4

Basic - Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No outside dumpster.

33-06-4

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Smoker located behind the restaurant.

33-31-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

May 9, 2024

Routine - Food

6 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 16 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen Female restroom.

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. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Both sinks several items stored in sinks. Operator removed.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Inside reach in cooler.

14-05-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License are current .

50-09-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Front service counter.

36-17-5

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No cooler have thermometer.

05-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sink in kitchen,old food debris build up.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Both coolers in kitchen old food debris.

22-16-4

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Glass door cooler in kitchen and cooler in front of restrooms,does not work.

33-31-5

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen area.

36-27-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jun 3, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pescao last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pescao on file is from Jun 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pescao?

Across the inspection record, “no probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pescao.

How does Pescao compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Pescao most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Pescao's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pescao have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pescao 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 Pescao inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pescao is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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