The Circle

1216 E Colonial Dr Ste 9, Orlando, FL 32803

American

Last inspected: Aug 30, 2024

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, The Circle has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The Circle was last inspected on Aug 30, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting The Circle on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 30, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork on containers 89° on shelf per operator on shelf less than 2 hours. operator moved to freezer for immediate temperature recovery

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on front window no label

41-17-4

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

16-37-1

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Unable to find probe thermometer

05-08-4

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. Operator did not have form with her during inspection. Provided new for for new employee to sign **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items stored in establishment no date marking

02C-02-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in rice used as scoop

14-01-5

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. Grab and go foods on counter missing minimum label requirements

02D-03-4

Nov 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Milk opened no. 8th. Operator discarded **Warning**

01B-24-5

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

16-37-1

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

11-26-1

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. Milk Opened on Nov 8th . Not date marked. Operator discarded **Warning**

02C-03-5

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 operator with forms **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

May 2, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Establishment curing food without an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants.No variance for dehydrating beef and chicken served prepackage.

03G-41-1

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.

22-38-5

02D-03-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.Forks and spoons. **Corrected On-Site**

25-02-4

Sep 22, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Circle last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Circle on file is from Aug 30, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Circle?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Circle.

How does The Circle compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

The Circle most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has The Circle's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Circle have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Circle 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 The Circle inspected?

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

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