How many inspections has Orinocos Cafe in Longwood had?

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.

What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Orinocos Cafe in Longwood find?

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 24, 2024 (Focused Inspection).

Has Orinocos Cafe in Longwood had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?

No, Orinocos Cafe in Longwood has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood

Name: Orinocos Cafe in Longwood Inspection Records
Creator: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Last inspected: October 24, 2024

968 W State Road 434, Longwood, FL 32750

Seminole County · Specialty Food Shops · FDACS
Owner: Orinocos Cafe LLC
FDACS Estab #: 413073

Overview

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood had 2 inspections on record between February 2023 and October 2024. A focused inspection conducted in October 2024 in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up found no violations. A previous inspection in February 2023 cited 4 violations including a priority foundation violation for a direct connection between the warewash sink and the sewage system in the kitchen. The facility was also notified that permit fees were required to complete its food establishment permit application.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.

4Violations

Last inspected FDACS: October 24, 2024

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

2024 — 1 inspection

Oct 24, 2024 — Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Visit conducted in response to Hurricane Milton follow-up.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

2023 — 1 inspection

Feb 24, 2023 — Met Inspection Requirements· 4 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: NEAL WOHLTMANN, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: All requests for a new food permit submitted January 1 through June 30, shall be assessed a permit fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. All requests for a new food permit submitted July 1 through December 31, shall be assessed permit fees of fifty percent (50%) of the applicable fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-202.15 Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15

Kitchen: Visible daylight from the outside through gap at bottom of rear exit door allowing for possible pest intrusion. o

4-301.13 Drainboards, utensil racks, or tables not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items that accumulate during hours of operation or not provided for necessary utensil holding before cleaning and after sanitizing. 4-301.13

Kitchen: No drain boards provided for soiled and sanitized utensils at warewash sink located in food prep area. o

5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf

Kitchen: Warewash sink is directly connected to sewer system. o

6-101.11 Materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces under conditions of normal use are not smooth, durable, or easily cleanable for areas where food operations are conducted; or are absorbent for areas subject to moisture, or flushing or spray cleaning methods. Carpet for carpeted areas is not closely woven and easily cleanable. Floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings not designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. 6-101.11 and 6-201.11

Kitchen: Acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen over food prep tables that are not smooth and easily clean-able. o Print Date: 2/24/2023 Page 1 of 3

Orinocos Cafe in Longwood: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Orinocos Cafe in Longwood last inspected?: Orinocos Cafe in Longwood was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on October 24, 2024. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Orinocos Cafe in Longwood had?: Orinocos Cafe in Longwood has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Orinocos Cafe in Longwood find?: Orinocos Cafe in Longwood was most recently inspected by FDACS on October 24, 2024 (Focused Inspection).
Has Orinocos Cafe in Longwood had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?: No, Orinocos Cafe in Longwood has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Orinocos Cafe in Longwood?: The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Orinocos Cafe in Longwood are: 6-202.15: Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15; 4-301.13: Drainboards, utensil racks, or tables not large enough to accommodate all soiled and cleaned items that accumulate during hours of operation or not provided for necessary utensil holding before cleaning and after sanitizing. 4-301.13; 5-402.11: Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food, portable equipment, or utensils are placed. 5-402.11 Pf.