Veranda
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
33
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Veranda, the earliest from 2023. Veranda was last inspected on Feb 23, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 15 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “time/temperature control for safety food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Orlando average 79, so Veranda trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
4
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken located in the reach in cooler. Manager moved the raw chicken to the lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (113F - Hot Holding); rice (96F - Hot Holding) held on the counter and the stove. Less than 4 hours **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink located near dish is used for food preparation. **Warning**
31A-11-4
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 - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Blue substance. Manager states degreaser. **Warning**
41-21-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum pans in the kitchen. Manager turned them over. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 6 dead roaches. Manager discarded traps. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Interior washer fell down inside o dishwasher. Facility is manually washing dishes until repaired. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on the cutting board. Staff removed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. Manager educated staff. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-16-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dishwasher **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
33
Sep 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantain (110F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours. Manager took to reaheat, **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
03B-01-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner stored on the shelf next to clean equipment. Manager removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Filled in plan for buffet area. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided sign and management hung. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
02B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used for rice. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured tank **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole around pipes above walk-in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Drink bottle on shelf next to equipment. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dishwasher not reading already work order placed. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of beef in walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic lids in storage - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink next to prep sink. Sink near dish area Provided signs. Manager hung signs. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-17: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
37
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Carving station Salad station **Warning**
08B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantain (110F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours. Manager took to reaheat, **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner stored on the shelf next to clean equipment. Manager removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Filled in plan for buffet area. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided sign and management hung. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Used for rice. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured tank **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole around pipes above walk-in cooler.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Drink bottle on shelf next to equipment. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dishwasher not reading already work order placed.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of beef in walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink next to prep sink. Sink near dish area Provided signs. Manager hung signs. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic lids in storage
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager removed cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
32
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Veranda last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Veranda on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Veranda?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Veranda.
How does Veranda compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Veranda most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Veranda's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Veranda have averaged around 15 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Veranda 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 Veranda inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Veranda is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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