When was Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden last inspected?

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden?

The most frequently cited violations at Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.

How many health inspections has Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden had?

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden find?

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden ever been shut down?

No, Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.

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.

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden

Last inspected: August 6, 2026

153 Sugar Belle Dr Ste M, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Orange County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ III LLC
DBPR License: SEA5815601

Overview

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden has accumulated 45 violations across 8 inspections since June 2023, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection. Hand washing violations were cited in 6 of the last 7 routine inspections, and employee health policy violations appeared in 3 inspections. Chemical storage violations were documented in 3 separate inspections. The facility received a Warning Issued disposition on August 24, 2023 but has not faced emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 found 5 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

9Inspections

53Violations

0Closures

Last inspected DBPR: August 6, 2026

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 violations per inspection

Orange County Avg 5.93 violations / inspection 5.93 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)

2026 — 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority

Aug 6, 2026 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 4, 2026 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

2025 — 2 inspections15 violations · 15 high priority

Sep 17, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Mar 14, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

2024 — 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority

Aug 16, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 4, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

2023 — 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority

Oct 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 2, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden last inspected?: Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden?: The most frequently cited violations at Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden had?: Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden find?: Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden ever been shut down?: No, Ellie Lou's Brews & BBQ in Winter Garden 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?: Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
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.