Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando
Last inspected:
5695 West Vineland Rd Ste a, Orlando, FL 32819Border Grill Fresh-Mex in Orlando has accumulated 539 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.1 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faces recurring fire safety violations, with blocked exits cited in four separate inspections between 2019 and 2026. Top violations include improper ventilation (34 citations), food contact surface issues (23), and improper chemical storage (21). Recent inspections show persistent compliance problems, with the February 2026 inspection documenting 12 violations including 3 high-priority items.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
12.8
violations / inspection
12.8 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.93
violations / inspection
5.93 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rack blocking half of door in hallway
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Mop bucket in front of back door by bathrooms **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
By back door by restrooms.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only in dining room
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. By back exit door
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit by cook line 5695 entrance exit blocked - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-24: High chairs in front of door **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Exit by cook line 5695 entrance exit blocked
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 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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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections64 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 8 inspections70 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando last inspected?
- Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando had?
- Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando find?
- Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando was most recently inspected on August 5, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Border Grill Fresh-mex in Orlando has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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