Sahara

3293 Oxford Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34746

African

Last inspected: May 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sahara has three inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 6, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about 15 violations before that.

Restaurants in Kissimmee average 78, so Sahara is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

May 6, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of facility

35B-01-4

Jun 19, 2023

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 4 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 16 minor violations.

View 26 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese (51F - Cold Hold). **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**

01B-02-5

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. **Warning**

31B-02-4

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

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 soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. **Warning**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained. Kitchen. Can opener and blade soiled. **Warning**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Numerous items stored in both hand sinks, kitchen. **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 strips needed. **Warning**

16-37-1

Basic - Reach-in coolers/freezers interior/shelves/gaskets have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen. **Warning**

22-16-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen. **Warning**

36-27-5

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. **Warning**

14-20-4

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. **Warning**

14-05-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over make table, kitchen. **Warning**

36-36-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen and dining room. **Warning**

36-34-5

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

32-12-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Kitchen. **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Three door glass reach in cooler. **Warning**

08B-49-4

Basic - Floor/drains soiled has accumulation of debris. Kitchen. **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Pizza sauce. **Warning**

08B-47-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in coolers, kitchen. **Warning**

05-09-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**

51-18-6

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen. **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sinks soiled, kitchen. Grease buildup on cooking equipment, kitchen. Hood filters soiled with grease. Shelves over prep tables soiled. **Warning**

23-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sahara last inspected?

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

How does Sahara compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?

Sahara most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Kissimmee average of 78.

Has Sahara's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sahara have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sahara 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 Sahara inspected?

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

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