Shades
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
78
Score
Shades appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 12, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Lake Buena Vista restaurant, which scores around 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Observed plastic container of cracked on the ends has tomatoes stored inside. Chef removed discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-16-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor kick plate soiled inside walk in cooler. Stewarding notify . **Corrective Action Taken**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth stored underneath cutting board on the cook line, recommend plastic mat.
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the beer cooler located at the pool bar. Engineering notify. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-49-6
78
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed spoons not stored inverted on the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet on the prep sink in the back kitchen. Engineering notify at time of inspection **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
90
Mar 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature raw hamburgers patties 45°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours, recommend to remove product from reach in cooler quick chill product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed lemon slicer has old dried debris left on the surface.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like growth interior panel located in the server area (expo line)
22-20-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed large ice build up on the top panel of reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle on ice located in the bar area.
10-08-5
67
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the rusty shelves in the dishmachine area
14-33-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed no waste line on the soda holster located behind the bar.
29-17-4
90
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
64
Aug 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
78
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
64
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Person in charge not aware of the Big 6 Food borne illness.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board stored on counter has red stains on the surface used on cook line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels provided for hand wash sink in the to go area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided for handwash sink located in the to go window. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing watch while cooking on the line Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign provided for hand wash sign in to go window. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed slime like growth on the pipe behind bar Stewarding cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed hand wash sink not working in the to go window,employees will use hand sink on main line engineering notify working on the pipes underneath. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-07-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty storage shelves in the bar area and cook line.
14-33-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shades last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shades on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shades?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Shades.
How does Shades compare to other restaurants in Lake Buena Vista?
Shades most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Buena Vista average of 87.
Has Shades' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shades have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shades 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 Shades inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shades is inspected around two times per year on average.
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