Bento Café
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Bento Café, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly five violations earlier in the record.
“Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Bento Café's latest score is in line with the Kissimmee average of 78. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves on answer the phone and then engage in food prep without changing gloves or washing hands Operator educated employee **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee observed rinsing utensil with food product on it in handwashing sink at front counter
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator copy of reporting agreement which was then filled out **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Boba tea station beneath reach in cooler drawers
29-49-6
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board at front counter Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in water 113F Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At make table in kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter Operator provided with hat which employee then put on **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler at cookline
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Front counter
36-22-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in green onions at make table in kitchen Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Hood light over cookline missing shield Work order in per operator **Corrective Action Taken**
38-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several in clean dish storage
16-46-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed avocado in use with sticker still on
08B-39-4
41
Jul 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
67
May 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - pooled eggs <1 hour (56 - Cold Holding). Observed sitting over ice. Employee added more ice
03A-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - ceiling above ware wash station dusty
36-34-5
Basic - Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. - at back cook line
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. - cook employee wearing watched **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
67
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
16-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
82
Feb 24, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in back of kitchen
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Water cup above cook line Operator moved to right spot **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents on ice machine dirty
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers on back prep table
16-46-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food Unwashed avocado used on sushi line
08B-17-4
74
Aug 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following at the center prep table at sushi bar raw salmon #2 (45F - Cold Holding). Less than 4 hours. Manager had employee place in walk in cooler for recovery. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers above dish machine. Manager coached employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed sugar scoop handle in contact with sugar in large sugar container. Manager corrected employee and employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bento Café last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bento Café on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bento Café?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bento Café.
How does Bento Café compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
Bento Café most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has Bento Café's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bento Café have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bento Café means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Bento Café inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bento Café is inspected around two times per year on average.
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