How many health inspections has LOADING ZONE had?

LOADING ZONE has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has LOADING ZONE ever been shut down?

Yes, LOADING ZONE has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at LOADING ZONE?

The most frequently cited violations at LOADING ZONE are: Consumer advisory, Proper sanitizing, Parasite destruction.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?

SANITIZER FAILURE: Improper sanitizer concentration leaves pathogens alive on surfaces. Too weak: bacteria survive and multiply. Too strong: chemical residue contaminates food. Incorrect temperature or contact time reduces effectiveness by up to 90%. Without proper sanitizing, cleaned surfaces still harbor millions of Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli. Use approved sanitizers at proper concentration: Chlorine: 50-100 ppm, temperature 75°F+, contact time 7 seconds minimum. Quaternary ammonium: 200-400 ppm, temperature per manufacturer specs, contact time 30 seconds minimum. Hot water sanitizing: 171°F for 30 seconds. Test concentration with test strips every 2 hours. Change solution when dirty.

LOADING ZONE

24 E WASHINGTON ST, Orlando, FL 32801

Orange County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: DTO HOSPITALITY LLC · License: SEA5805766

LOADING ZONE in Orlando, FL has 18 inspections on record with 75 total violations (4.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

18Inspections

75Violations

1Closures

Data current as of December 2, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for LOADING ZONE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Dec 2, 2025	Roach & rodent activity	11:57:00

Inspection History (18)

Apr 1, 2025 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Jan 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

Sep 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Jul 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Jan 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Feb 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

V42 Equipment condition

Aug 30, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Jul 15, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 11, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Jul 25, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 7, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 3, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 21, 2016 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

LOADING ZONE has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Orange County average of 0.07 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.59.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has LOADING ZONE had?: LOADING ZONE has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has LOADING ZONE ever been shut down?: Yes, LOADING ZONE has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at LOADING ZONE?: The most frequently cited violations at LOADING ZONE are: Consumer advisory, Proper sanitizing, Parasite destruction.

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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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

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