How many health inspections has RACE CAR DINER had?

RACE CAR DINER has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has RACE CAR DINER ever been shut down?

No, RACE CAR DINER has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at RACE CAR DINER?

The most frequently cited violations at RACE CAR DINER are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

RACE CAR DINER

25641 MONROE ST, Astatula, FL 34705

Lake County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: SHARON K STEPHENS LLC · License: SEA4502181

RACE CAR DINER in Astatula, FL has 21 inspections on record with 126 total violations (6 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

126Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 16, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Apr 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 10, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Dec 2, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Apr 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jan 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 21 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Mar 31, 2022 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V42 Equipment condition

Oct 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 21, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Jun 10, 2020 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Apr 1, 2020 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

Sep 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

May 3, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Nov 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 27, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 4, 2016 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

RACE CAR DINER has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lake County average of 0.05 closures per facility. It has averaged 6 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.61.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has RACE CAR DINER had?: RACE CAR DINER has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has RACE CAR DINER ever been shut down?: No, RACE CAR DINER has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at RACE CAR DINER?: The most frequently cited violations at RACE CAR DINER are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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