Sonesta Essential

8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL 32809

American

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sonesta Essential has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to five violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “manager or person in charge lacking proof”, showing up three times.

Compared to the broader Orlando restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water stain on ceiling over oven and over a/C unit.

36-32-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters

23-03-4

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53A-01-7

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

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. Provided form and employee signed **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphones , purse and, keys on shelf with cereal and other items. Also employees beverage on same shelf.

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Refrigerator caught fire and is being replaced. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-11-5

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Staffhung. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Stirs on buffet line.

25-09-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Spoons and forks on buffet counter.

25-02-4

May 28, 2025

Routine - Food

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher of juice in hand sink. Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

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

31B-02-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In kitchen

36-36-4

Nov 21, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**

53A-01-7

53B-01-5

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 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 - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In corner about e dry storage rack. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Inside of reach in cooler.

14-05-4

Nov 2, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both microwaves have debris. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Dec 6, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine.

16-32-5

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**

27-06-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

Basic - Bulk milk dispenser with dispensing tube not cut at an angle. **Corrected On-Site**

25-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Left side of kitchen area

36-32-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Under 3 compartment sink **Repeat Violation**

36-24-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sonesta Essential last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sonesta Essential on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sonesta Essential?

Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sonesta Essential.

How does Sonesta Essential compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Sonesta Essential most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Sonesta Essential's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sonesta Essential have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sonesta Essential 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 Sonesta Essential inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sonesta Essential is inspected around two times per year on average.

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