Gringos Locos in Orlando

Last inspected:

22 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801
Overview

Gringos Locos in Orlando has accumulated 117 violations across 24 inspections, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection—slightly below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Handwashing violations have been cited repeatedly, appearing in 4 of the last 6 inspections and dominating the most recent inspection on July 23, 2025, which documented three separate handwashing procedure violations. Fire safety violations were documented twice: in February 2024 and August 2022, both citing use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors without hood suppression system installation. A single disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition in January 2024 for violations including food in good condition and chemical storage issues, and again in July 2023 following citations for employee health reporting, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, and correct procedures. The most recent inspection on July 23, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
117Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Gringos Locos in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 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

Gringos Locos in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Gringos Locos in Orlando
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2014052410 $400.00 Dec 15, 2014 Miami (Doral)

Gringos Locos in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top along wall. Per operator used to heat tortillas and cook eggs.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Flat top griddle by the rice warners is not under a hood suppression system. Evidence of grease Laden vapors on wall above and the back part of menu board over rice warmer. Grease collected on under side of metal shelf over griddle

Gringos Locos in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority

Gringos Locos in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gringos Locos in Orlando last inspected?
Gringos Locos in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Gringos Locos in Orlando?
The most frequently cited violations at Gringos Locos in Orlando are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Gringos Locos in Orlando had?
Gringos Locos in Orlando has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gringos Locos in Orlando find?
Gringos Locos in Orlando was most recently inspected on July 23, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Gringos Locos in Orlando ever been shut down?
No, Gringos Locos in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
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 V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
Has Gringos Locos in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Gringos Locos in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Gringos Locos in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Gringos Locos in Orlando has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Gringos Locos in Orlando been fined?
Gringos Locos in Orlando has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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