Lam's Garden in Orlando
Last inspected:
2505 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 328035020Lam's Garden in Orlando has accumulated 492 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.1 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and fly activity, with a pattern of repeated emergency orders and callbacks through 2023. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Food contact surfaces, ventilation, and consumer advisory issues account for the top recurring violations.
Most recent closure: September 5, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lam's Garden in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
14.1
violations / inspection
14.1 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Lam's Garden in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (3)
Lam's Garden in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023042249 | — | Jun 19, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023052832 | $600.00 | Sep 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2022051947 | $400.00 | Oct 20, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Lam's Garden in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections67 violations · 42 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— 6 inspections77 violations · 47 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection15 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Lam's Garden in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lam's Garden in Orlando last inspected?
- Lam's Garden in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Lam's Garden in Orlando last shut down?
- Lam's Garden in Orlando was last shut down on September 5, 2023 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 Lam's Garden in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lam's Garden in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Lam's Garden in Orlando had?
- Lam's Garden in Orlando has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lam's Garden in Orlando find?
- Lam's Garden in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lam's Garden in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lam's Garden in Orlando has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 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.
- Has Lam's Garden in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lam's Garden in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Lam's Garden in Orlando been fined?
- Lam's Garden in Orlando has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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