Michel Restaurant in Orlando
Last inspected:
2680 S Rio Grande Ave, Orlando, FL 32805Michel Restaurant in Orlando has accumulated 305 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire safety violations include fuel-burning equipment and a lawnmower stored inside the dining area, cited repeatedly across 2023 and 2024 with extended compliance timelines. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $720 in fines. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, clean multi-use utensils, and proper cooling equipment.
Most recent closure: August 10, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (1)
Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $720.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023054210 | $320.00 | Jul 11, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2020040213 | $400.00 | Aug 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-29: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to use within any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment any fuel-burning wick-type equipment for space heating unless such equipment is vented so as to prevent the accumulation of toxic or injurious gases or liquids. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-03-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to use within any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment any fuel-burning wick-type equipment for space heating unless such equipment is vented so as to prevent the accumulation of toxic or injurious gases or liquids. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Fuel- burning equipment inside an enclosed. For reporting purposes only. Lawnmower inside dining area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to use within any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment any fuel-burning wick-type equipment for space heating unless such equipment is vented so as to prevent the accumulation of toxic or injurious gases or liquids. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Rear 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.
Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections26 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— 10 inspections66 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Michel Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Michel Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- Michel Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Michel Restaurant in Orlando last shut down?
- Michel Restaurant in Orlando was last shut down on August 10, 2020 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 Michel Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Michel Restaurant in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has Michel Restaurant in Orlando had?
- Michel Restaurant in Orlando has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Michel Restaurant in Orlando find?
- Michel Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on November 3, 2025 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Michel Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Michel Restaurant in Orlando has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Michel Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Michel Restaurant in Orlando has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Michel Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Michel Restaurant in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
- How much has Michel Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- Michel Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Michel Restaurant in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Rosie Restaurant Island Food (2015).
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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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