Platano King Restaurant and Grill
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Platano King Restaurant and Grill has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 1, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
“Missing drain plug at dumpster” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Platano King Restaurant and Grill on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked pork in reach in cooler held for two days per cook. Employee dated **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided time plan to operator and went through procedures.
03F-10-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor by reach in cooler operator lifted and placed underneath prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Boxes, bags of garbage and bottles all around.
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
64
Oct 16, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage bin blocking hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. Operator removed garage bin. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At entrance to back of the house. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At 3 compartment sink hand wash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cooks line.
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo containers at front service counter. Operator inverted plates. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
67
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-12: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
95
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken and beef over milk and vegetables in reach in glass cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
08A-02-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach underneath reach in cooler at entrance to facility. 1 live roach underneath 3 compartment sink 1 live roach in cardboard box by trash can prep table. 10 live roaches underneath reach in cooler by prep table. =13 live roaches total **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: 9 live roaches underneath reach in cooler 1 live roach underneath prep table. 1 live roach on wall by reach in cooler. 1 live roach at entrance to facility =12 live roaches total. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Front hand wash sink not operational. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
27-19-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front hws. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple cooked items throughout facility in reach in coolers held more than 24 hours not date marked per operator. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 20 roaches on dead trap bate by reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
35A-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in cooler compressor 3 dead roaches underneath reach in cooler 1 dead roach behind drink cooler. =7 dead total roaches **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: 5 dead roaches in reach in compressor. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
33-19-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
37
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken and beef over milk and vegetables in reach in glass cooler.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach underneath reach in cooler at entrance to facility. 1 live roach underneath 3 compartment sink 1 live roach in cardboard box by trash can prep table. 10 live roaches underneath reach in cooler by prep table. =13 live roaches total **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Front hand wash sink not operational.
27-19-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front hws.
31B-02-4
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
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple cooked items throughout facility in reach in coolers held more than 24 hours not date marked per operator.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 20 roaches on dead trap bate by reach in cooler.
35A-06-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in cooler compressor 3 dead roaches underneath reach in cooler 1 dead roach behind drink cooler. =7 dead total roaches **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment on cooks line.
36-73-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
37
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit needed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: No test kit onsite **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: No test strips **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Operator called chef. Chef claims food handler certificates at home and will email or text them to inspector tonight **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Employees unable to provide proof of food handler training. Per employees chef still has paperwork. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Cut boards still have grooves **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Facility for licensed for 6 seats. Facility currently has 34 seats inside and 8 outdoor seats. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-30: Still in process of change of seating **Time Extended**
51-09-4
74
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Operator called chef. Chef claims food handler certificates at home and will email or text them to inspector tonight **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit needed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: No test kit onsite **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Facility for licensed for 6 seats. Facility currently has 34 seats inside and 8 outdoor seats. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
74
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Napkins used as liner for meat patties, and quipes. Operator removed and switched to coffee filters. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a cooler - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork in box of corn in reach in cooler. Operator removed. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 5 containers of potato salad in reach in cooler made 7/17/24 not date marked. **Warning**
02C-01-5
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. Provided form operator posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Two coffee cups inside hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit needed. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By reach in cooler prep. Operator provided soap. **Repeat Violation** **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
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. Provided form to employee. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By reach in cooler prep. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Next to glass reach in cooler. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Broken reach in freezer stored next to reach in cooler. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and salt containers by prep table. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop in bucket by reach in warmers. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient thermostat 46f. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach underneath 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottled water on reach in cooler prep table. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watch and bracelet employee serving on buffet line. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee serving food on buffet line. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Facility for licensed for 6 seats. Facility currently has 34 seats inside and 8 outdoor seats. **Warning**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath all cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plantains in a bucket of water on the floor by prep table. 5 cases of oil on floor by prep table. 6 cases of soda on the floor by hand wash station at front counter. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed and placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in any reach in coolers. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink by front counter buffet. **Warning**
29-08-4
11
Apr 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice chicken (129F - Hot Holding); ribs (129F - Hot Holding); bacon with fat (129F - Hot Holding); pasta (129F - Hot Holding); mangu (129F); chicken soup (127F - Hot Holding). On buffet line less than 4 hours. Provided time control from. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. pork ribs (71F - Cold Holding); beans (51F - Cold Holding); pork shoulder (51F - Cold Holding); shelled eggs ambient (54F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork ribs (71F - Cold Holding); beans (51F - Cold Holding); pork shoulder (51F - Cold Holding); shelled eggs ambient (54F - Cold Holding). In reach in glass cooler more than 4 hours. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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
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. Provided form **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan and other desserts.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
35
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
74
Dec 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bus tubs on hand sink in ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restroom that employee's use. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service containers and utensils at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of beans. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Platano King Restaurant and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Platano King Restaurant and Grill on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Platano King Restaurant and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “missing drain plug at dumpster” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Platano King Restaurant and Grill.
How does Platano King Restaurant and Grill compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Platano King Restaurant and Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Platano King Restaurant and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Platano King Restaurant and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Platano King Restaurant and Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Platano King Restaurant and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Platano King Restaurant and Grill is inspected around four times per year on average.
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