The Meatball Stoppe
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
55
Score
Going back to 2022, The Meatball Stoppe has eight inspections in the public record. The Meatball Stoppe was last inspected on Feb 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “ceiling not smooth” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting The Meatball Stoppe on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink in kitchen
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -throughout kitchen
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -5 dead roaches in glue trap under 3 compartment sink
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -behind reach in cooler
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -under left side of 3 compartment sink
36-24-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior of cook line cooler
22-16-4
55
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink raw salmon (58F - Cold Holding)per operator from over
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler by 3 compartment sink raw salmon (58F - Cold Holding)per operator from overnight
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By 3 compartment sink Operator filled **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen and over 3 compartment sink
36-34-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink kitchen Operator has work order in **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
52
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make table
22-02-4
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. Gave operators a copy and employees working filled out **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen and ware washing area **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several in kitchen and ware washing area **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Light not functioning. By serve thru window
36-62-4
61
Jul 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 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
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over ready to eat desserts in glass door cooler by serving window.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All cooked food made yesterday not date marked. Meatballs, lasagna, cooked rice, beef **Corrected On-Site**
02C-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. Liquid eggs, humus, tzatziki sauce in make table. **Corrected On-Site**
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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in back has dirty towels in it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by serving window. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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 - 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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil under oven. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes over make line.
25-06-4
25
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash front of the employee sink . **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
33-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. Top of fryer at the hoods . - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
29-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mixer not clean . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind the stove solid build up grease **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Employee hand sink . **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-15: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
52
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Meatball Stoppe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Meatball Stoppe on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Meatball Stoppe?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Meatball Stoppe.
How does The Meatball Stoppe compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
The Meatball Stoppe most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has The Meatball Stoppe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Meatball Stoppe have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Meatball Stoppe 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 The Meatball Stoppe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Meatball Stoppe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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