El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood

Last inspected:

3107 N Hwy 441, Zellwood, FL 32798
Overview

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood has been emergency-closed once, on October 23, 2023, for roach activity. The facility has received 23 inspections on record with 232 total violations, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent: employee health policy violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in 5 of the last 8, and time-as-control violations in 4 of the last 8. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $560 in fines. Most recent inspections show continued compliance issues: a September 17, 2025 complaint inspection resulted in no further action despite 3 high-priority violations, and a September 22, 2025 routine inspection with 8 high-priority violations resulted in a call back compliance order.

Most recent closure: October 23, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
232Violations
1Closures
$560in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 10.1 violations / inspection 10.1 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:28:00

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $560.00

Disciplinary action history for El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2023067796 $400.00 Oct 23, 2023 Miami (Doral)
4--2018029378 $160.00 Apr 19, 2018 Miami (Doral)

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 4 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections29 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood: Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood last inspected?
El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 22, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood last shut down?
El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood was last shut down on October 23, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood?
The most frequently cited violations at El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Toilet facilities.
How many health inspections has El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood had?
El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood find?
El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood was most recently inspected on September 22, 2025 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood ever been shut down?
Yes, El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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 El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $560.00 in fines.
How much has El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood been fined?
El Korita Restaurant in Zellwood has been fined a total of $560.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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