Tropical Palms Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Tropical Palms Restaurant has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled/ stained with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Orlando restaurant scores 79. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled/ stained with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting board on cooked line stained **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Forks and spoons not inverted on side station in front counter area
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee with no hair restraint **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
82
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Behind the bar **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface stained/ soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1)Cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line across from stove 2) soda gun nozzle at the bar
22-02-4
Basic - Clean ladles not stored inverted or in a protected manner on clean item shelf next to dishwasher **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored in can opener holder across from ovens in prep area **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Light not functioning in dry stick room to the left when entering the kitchen.
36-62-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Pineapples in prep kicthen Manager addressed **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-39-4
64
Jan 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter under dishwashing station.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw bacon 53F on speed rack by ovens less than 4hours per manager. placed in walk-in cooler for temperature recovery. Then was 42F forty minutes later. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1) Can opener soiled in cookline. 2) Nozzles on coffee dispensers in coffee beverage station
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair on cookline I've microwave.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at buffet line
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris on cookline by three compartment sink **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a reach in cooler with food to be served to customers on cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
55
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Gallon milk 47° operator placed in freezer for quick cooling. New temperature: 35° Garlic in oil 50F per operator garlic has been out 60 minutes. Operator placed in freezer for cooling recovery. New temperature: 31° **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Ajax Chemical stored next to clean utensils on drying rack in dishwasher area. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on cooks line . Soda nozzle at servers coffee station soiled. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples at buffet not individually wrapped. Operator removed washed and wrapped apples. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-15-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on shelving above three compartment sink.
12B-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Alto Sham interior in kitchen
22-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on drying rack in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Silverware stored handles side down in drying rack. Serving utensils stored handle side down on drying rack in dishwasher area. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of baking ovens
23-03-4
45
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Test at 0ppm.
22-41-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 2 clam shell strawberries 3 whole onion
01B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build up over cook line
36-34-5
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Odor at the end of prep line near dry storage .
36-64-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Three compartment sink faucets (2) slow drip. **Corrected On-Site**
29-11-4
64
Apr 28, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling over make tables.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on make table door are torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids on sausage gravy
14-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers stored in dish.
16-46-4
82
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tropical Palms Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tropical Palms Restaurant on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tropical Palms Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled/ stained with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tropical Palms Restaurant.
How does Tropical Palms Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Tropical Palms Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Tropical Palms Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Palms Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tropical Palms Restaurant 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 Tropical Palms Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tropical Palms Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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