Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs

Last inspected:

5683 Red Bug Lake Rd, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Overview

Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs has accumulated 182 violations across 21 inspections dating back to 2022, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection — significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in at least 14 of the last 6 inspections, with recurring findings including improper chemical storage (cited in every recent inspection), employee health policy violations (appearing in at least 4 inspections), proper cooking temperatures (6+ inspections), and consumer advisory failures (appearing in nearly every inspection since 2023). A propane tank larger than the legal capacity limit was documented inside the building on February 26, 2024. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspection on December 1, 2025 resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action with 15 violations cited.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
182Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 8.7 violations / inspection 8.7 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.

Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs last inspected?
Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs had?
Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs has had 21 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 Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs find?
Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs ever been shut down?
No, Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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