Shawarmas to Go
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
41
Score
Public records show 14 inspections at Shawarmas to Go stretching back to 2022. Shawarmas to Go was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around five violations to closer to 12 violations.
Looking across the full record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Shawarmas to Go's 41 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
14
Inspections
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Critical latest
4
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchased chlorine. Triple sink tested 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-38-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Backlava in dining room without label. **Repeat Violation**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by inoperable dishmachine.
31A-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Inoperable dishmachine next to triple sink.
33-31-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee without hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms.
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. C02 tank not secured next to drink station.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Employee making coffee and icing cinnamon rolls in dining room.
08B-48-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach-in cooler on cooks line.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White standing freezer at back of kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
41
Oct 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for triple sink. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled with dust in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: Cellphones and drinks on prep table. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Ceiling tile over triple sink removed and replaced with cardboard. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All removed handwashing sinks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-17: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
70
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over beef kebabs in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed all employees who handle raw meat then handle the cooked meat without washing hands before glove change. **Warning**
12A-12-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees. **Warning**
31A-12-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. All removed handwashing sinks. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. One new hire not informed of reporting responsibilities.Emailed form. Filled form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. All removed handwashing sinks. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. **Warning**
32-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents soiled with dust in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on prep table. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Ceiling tile over triple sink removed and replaced with cardboard. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Backlava in dining room without label. Cookies on front counter without label. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. All removed handwashing sinks. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee slicing tomatoes directly from the box and placing them back into box. **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Inoperable oven stored in storage area. Operator states they are planning to sell. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-31-5
26
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At both white chest freezers, observed raw beef stored over ice, and raw beef over frozen bread. Beef not in original packaging. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink at front counter and handwashing sink at entrance to kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men and women's bathroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several by triple sink. Per operator they are in the process of replacing.
36-34-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water at triple sink. Explained proper methods and operator placed under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Several equipment in back storage area. Per operator, currently in process of removing all items.
33-31-5
55
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 3 medium sized cutting boards by triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door back of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer and reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
82
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 3 medium sized cutting boards by triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door back of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer and reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-04: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
74
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 3 medium sized cutting boards by triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door back of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer and reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave next to chest freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-04: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
70
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over falafel inside reach in cooler. Raw shell eggs over salsas in same reach in cooler. Raw lamb over rice and pita bread in chest freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rosemary herbs stored inside Amazon delivery bags inside reach in cooler. Operator placed herbs in food grade bags. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 3 medium sized cutting boards by triple sink. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink inside kitchen. Operator placed soap at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water observed inside reach in cooler near back door exit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Per operator filters taken down a few days ago for cleaning and are in mop sink. **Warning**
14-72-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door back of kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer and reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine at triple sink. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Container of salt and sugar on prep table not covered, and handle of scoop touching salt and sugar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave next to chest freezers. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed choking poster to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Inside kitchen. Emailed handwashing sign to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Falafel in chest freezer stored uncovered. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Propane tank not chained, stored indoors. Operator moved outside. **Warning**
51-11-4
29
Apr 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all 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 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler . - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the 3 compartment sink . - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
61
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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 and completed with employees during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed Clean glasses not inverted. Operator placed them upside down. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in the front counter. Provided and employee corrected during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
70
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
39
Nov 18, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen cook line, food prep and 3 compartment sink.
36-37-5
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 lights out on the hood
36-62-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. 3 light shields on the hood missing
38-01-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shawarmas to Go last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shawarmas to Go on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shawarmas to Go?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Shawarmas to Go.
How does Shawarmas to Go compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Shawarmas to Go most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Shawarmas to Go's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Shawarmas to Go have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Shawarmas to Go 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 Shawarmas to Go inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shawarmas to Go is inspected around four times per year on average.
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