Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee
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1990 E Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34743Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee has accumulated 198 violations across 24 inspections from July 2022 to January 2026, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—more than 60% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 19 of the 24 inspections, with handwashing and hand/arm washing violations appearing in nearly every inspection, along with recurring chemical storage, food contact surface, and employee health policy violations. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 documented 27 violations including high-priority findings for proper hand/arm washing, proper cooking temperatures, chemical storage, allergen awareness, and food contact surfaces, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee: Comparison to Osceola County Averages
Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee last inspected?
- Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee had?
- Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee find?
- Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee ever been shut down?
- No, Arepas El Cacao in Kissimmee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
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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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