French Cafe in Winter Garden
Last inspected:
16412 New Independence Pkwy Ste 140, Winter Garden, FL 34787French Cafe in Winter Garden has accumulated 236 violations across 28 inspections since 2018, averaging 8.4 violations per visit. The facility was cited for storing a propane tank inside the building in 2026, a violation that was corrected on-site. Recent inspection patterns show repeated warning issuances followed by callback compliance, with the most recent March 2026 inspection documenting 19 violations including 6 high-priority findings. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
French Cafe in Winter Garden: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
French Cafe in Winter Garden: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019010883 | $400.00 | Jan 7, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018064310 | $400.00 | Dec 13, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
French Cafe in Winter Garden: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
French Cafe in Winter Garden: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections39 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections50 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 23 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
French Cafe in Winter Garden: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was French Cafe in Winter Garden last inspected?
- French Cafe in Winter Garden was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at French Cafe in Winter Garden?
- The most frequently cited violations at French Cafe in Winter Garden are: Proper hand/arm washing, Premises clean, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has French Cafe in Winter Garden had?
- French Cafe in Winter Garden has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of French Cafe in Winter Garden find?
- French Cafe in Winter Garden was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has French Cafe in Winter Garden ever been shut down?
- No, French Cafe in Winter Garden has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has French Cafe in Winter Garden had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, French Cafe in Winter Garden has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has French Cafe in Winter Garden faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, French Cafe in Winter Garden has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has French Cafe in Winter Garden been fined?
- French Cafe in Winter Garden has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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