Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs
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5683 Red Bug Lake Rd, Winter Springs, FL 32708Heart 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.
Heart of Jerusalem Cafe in Winter Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
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
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
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 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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— 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
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 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 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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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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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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