Vampire Penguin

515 N Park Ave #102, Apopka, FL 32712

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Aug 14, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Vampire Penguin appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Among Apopka restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -food service license expired 4-1-25. Facility open and operating. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -ice buildup up in bench freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -unisex restroom door not fully self-closing. **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Jul 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Dec 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 19, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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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. Per Assistant Manager, no documents are kept onsite, advised operator that employee training must be made available for all employees over 60 days of employment, several employees hired since original opening date **Warning**

53B-01-5

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 handout **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment. Advised operator Manager food certificate must be made available during inspection **Warning**

53A-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. Provided operator with handout, advised all employees must read and sign form, have available during every inspection **Warning**

11-26-1

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Several coolers - interior soiled **Warning**

22-16-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing in kitchen area **Warning**

36-36-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable To board at make station in kitchen . **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-01-5

May 16, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: **Time Extended**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: **Time Extended**

27-16-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 operator with employee reporting form **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: **Time Extended**

11-26-1

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mop sink has heavy black buildup around wall **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-16: **Time Extended**

36-27-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Vampire Penguin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Vampire Penguin on file is from Aug 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Vampire Penguin?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vampire Penguin.

How does Vampire Penguin compare to other restaurants in Apopka?

Vampire Penguin most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Apopka average of 78.

Has Vampire Penguin's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Vampire Penguin have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Vampire Penguin 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 Vampire Penguin inspected?

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

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