Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista

8751 Suiteside Dr, Orlando, FL 32836

American

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature sliced ham 44°f , provolone cheese 44°f stored inside reach in cooler in the kitchen area per employee prepared sandwiches less than 4 hours recommend employee to quick chill product in the reach in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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. Checked Bruno Bonino 2/3/2026 food handling training expired 2/3/2026

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch while preparing food on the cook line. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Sep 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of Greek strawberry yogurt 55°f stored inside reach in cooler used for self service area recommend to quick chill product move to another cooker per Manager placed product inside reach in cooler at 6:30am checked @9:10am less than 4 hours. Manager quick chill Greek strawberry yogurt 40°f at time inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

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. Observed sliced ham not date marked stored inside reach in cooler overnight, Manager date marked at time of inspection. Given date marking information at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the storage shelves inside reach in freezer. Engineering Manager notify defrost reach in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Mar 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Jul 29, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle stored in the three compartment sink area. Employee labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of reach in cooler has food debris spilled from bread on the surface. **Corrected On-Site**

22-16-4

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed plastic spoons and forks stored in silverware bin not inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Aug 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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. Observed gallon of milk stored in reach in cooler not date marked employee date 1/29. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

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. Spoke with Manager have not completed the Food Employee Reporting Agreement was not able to find a copy, Manager given a copy at time of inspection.

11-26-1

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of milk 47°f stored inside reach in cooler less than 4 hours not maintain temperature properly. Recommend to use another cooler

03A-02-5

Basic - Wiping cloth used for food spills also used for other purposes. Observed wiping used for plastic containers and blender from the coffee machine. Manager provided plastic mats at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**

21-30-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista.

How does Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista 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 Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sonesta Es Suites Lake Buena Vista is inspected around two times per year on average.

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