Sophias
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Sophias 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Sophias was last inspected on Mar 17, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Water leaking from pipe under hand sink in the kitchen” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Sophias on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw whole shell egg behind bruschetta in sandwich top reach in cooler across from pizza oven - raw steak over hot dog on speed rack in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards on sandwich top reach in coolers on cooks line and pizza station
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Strainer and spoons in hand sink at the lower bar **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By stairs on 2nd floor server area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in marinara sauce in sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Plastic sixth pan on clean item shelf in dish room Managed discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system above fryer on cooks line
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under hand sink in the kitchen
29-11-4
52
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared ahi tuna salad, tuna poke and salmon **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Menus on order **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
90
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Seared ahi tuna salad, tuna poke and salmon **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
78
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Dec 15, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-20: Being made and not all done **Time Extended**
08B-01-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-20: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning on hood system - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-20: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from faucet at hand sink across from walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-20: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean forks not stored inverted or in a protected manner on shelf across from dish machine - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-20: **Time Extended**
24-05-4
67
Sep 20, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Bar tender placed cherry on drink the bar with bar hand . Manager addressed **Corrective Action Taken**
09-01-4
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. **Warning**
08B-01-4
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
Basic - Clean forks not stored inverted or in a protected manner on shelf across from dish machine
24-05-4
Basic - Light not functioning on hood system
36-62-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at hand sink across from walk in cooler.
29-11-4
58
Apr 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing clear toxic substance not labeled at the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
78
Dec 16, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sophias last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sophias on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sophias?
Across the inspection record, “water leaking from pipe under hand sink in the kitchen” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sophias.
How does Sophias compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Sophias most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Sophias' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sophias have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sophias 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 Sophias inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sophias is inspected around three times per year on average.
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