Rainforest Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
45
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Rainforest Cafe, the earliest from 2022. Rainforest Cafe was last inspected on Apr 8, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
That's lower than the typical Bay Lake restaurant, which scores around 89. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours.Coconut beans,45 f,46 f cooling from last night.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.0 ppm.Afterwards,200 ppm.
22-43-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.Coconut beans,45 f,46 f cooling from,last night.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.Coconut beans are covered while cooling.
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small white cutting boards are stained. Iced tea nozzles are soiled. Interior of sprayer hose is soiled. Residue build up surrounding milk nozzles.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents are dusty by the prep area. Interior of ice machine door has a residue build up between the glass pane. Residue under heat lamps in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of rust in the interior of the ice bin.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container.Guacamole on the line. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
45
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Alfredo is covered while cooling in walk in cooler.Operator placed in blast chiller.Alfredo 61 f in walk in cooler for .5 hour ,placed in blast chiller,after.75 hour,40 f.
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer is encrusted in kitchen Residue build on iced tea nozzles. Interior of fryer cabinets have a residue build up.
22-02-4
Basic - Interior of bun toaster has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top back of fryer cabinets have a residue build up. Side of walk in cooler door have a residue build up. Residue build under heat lamps in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall is peeling on the fan in the blast chiller.
14-11-5
70
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination. Salt in dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-16-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small white cutting boards are stained. Lime build up on iced tea nozzles.
22-02-4
Basic - Dish storage shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top back of fryer cabinets have a grease build up at cooks line. Fans in walk in cooler have dust build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Side of back door has an outer opening.
35B-05-4
70
Aug 2, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Bananas not washed prior to cutting.
08B-39-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Kitchen and dishmachine area.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Residue build up on the exterior of the ice machine door. Cove molding has a residue build up by the dishwashing area.
23-03-4
78
Jan 10, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Iced tea nozzles are soiled. Residue build up in the interior of bun toaster.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Iced tea filters expired 12/23.
29-28-4
Basic - Dish storage shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door.
35B-05-4
74
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes,50 f,lettuce,50 f,sour cream,49 f,salsa,50 f,cabbage,49f held for more than four hours.Stop Sale.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards are soiled throughout the establishment. Can opener is soiled. Slicer is soiled . Milk dispensing nozzle is soiled. Shelves are soiled throughout the establishment. Spray hose is soiled at food prep area.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Pan in handwash sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy grease build up inside fryer cabinets. Vents are soiled throughout the establishment. Wall is soiled in dry storage area. Caulking by dishwashing room is soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.Lids at servers station. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Water is leaking from cold well in kitchen.
29-11-4
52
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
78
Jan 18, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
61
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves.Employee is handling ice at servers station.
13-06-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Small and large white cutting boards are soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Interior of bun toaster has accumulation of substance in kitchen.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Milk reach in cooler gaskets are soiled at servers station.Caulking is soiled at three comp sink area.
23-03-4
Basic - Oranges not washed prior to preparation in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rainforest Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rainforest Cafe on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rainforest Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Rainforest Cafe.
How does Rainforest Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bay Lake?
Rainforest Cafe most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Bay Lake average of 89.
Has Rainforest Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rainforest Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rainforest Cafe 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 Rainforest Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rainforest Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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