El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando
Last inspected:
12720 S Orange Blossom Trl Ste 19, Orlando, FL 32837El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has accumulated 438 violations across 47 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility operated under the name El Gran Saman from 2017. Fire inspections have repeatedly cited a propane tank stored inside the building, most recently in 2025, a violation that has persisted across multiple operators since 2017. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,240 in fines. Top recurring violations include sewage disposal, consumer advisories, and ventilation issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
9.5
violations / inspection
9.5 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025033806 | $720.00 | Mar 6, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 4--2021023394 | $320.00 | Apr 19, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2015005818 | $200.00 | Dec 17, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 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.
Propane tank inside facility next to exit door. **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 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Propane tank inside of facility by exit door.
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 · 48-04-4 · 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. Stored in back area on shelf next to back door **Corrected On-Site**
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 · 48-04-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-10-30: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Tanks are located by back door. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-10-31: **Time Extended**
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 · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Tanks are located by back door.
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.
El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
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— 4 inspections49 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 8 inspections44 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections39 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 6 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections59 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando last inspected?
- El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando had?
- El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando find?
- El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- Has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,240.00 in fines.
- How much has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando been fined?
- El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando has been fined a total of $1,240.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Pilon Arepas Grill in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Gran Saman (2017-2017).
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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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