Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford
Last inspected:
115 E 1 St, Sanford, FL 32771Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford averaged 8.1 violations per inspection across 22 inspections from November 2022 to January 2026, significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. High-priority violations appeared in 11 of 22 inspections, with recurring findings in employee health reporting (cited in 5 inspections), food contact surfaces (8 inspections), proper cooking temperatures (3 inspections), chemical storage (4 inspections), and handwashing procedures (3 inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 documented 33 violations including three high-priority violations for employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and proper cooking temperatures, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2020050226 | $200.00 | Oct 29, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford last inspected?
- Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford are: Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford had?
- Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford find?
- Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford ever been shut down?
- No, Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford been fined?
- Bayou Kitchen and Lounge in Sanford has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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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