Basement Grille in Orlando
Last inspected:
66 E Pine St, Orlando, FL 32801Basement Grille in Orlando has accumulated 321 violations across 35 inspections since 2017, averaging 9.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for flies and rodent activity. In 2025, inspectors documented two propane tanks stored inside the building under a storage shelf, a fire safety hazard. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines.
Most recent closure: June 25, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Basement Grille in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Basement Grille in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (2)
Basement Grille in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021030859 | $400.00 | Jun 25, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019028680 | $400.00 | May 23, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale |
Basement Grille in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
2 tanks inside under storage shelf
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Basement Grille in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections44 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basement Grille in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Basement Grille in Orlando last inspected?
- Basement Grille in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Basement Grille in Orlando last shut down?
- Basement Grille in Orlando was last shut down on June 25, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Basement Grille in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Basement Grille in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Basement Grille in Orlando had?
- Basement Grille in Orlando has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Basement Grille in Orlando find?
- Basement Grille in Orlando was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Basement Grille in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Basement Grille in Orlando has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Basement Grille in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Basement Grille in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Basement Grille in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Basement Grille in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Basement Grille in Orlando been fined?
- Basement Grille in Orlando has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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