Cinnamon Tree Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
61
Score
Going back to 2022, Cinnamon Tree Cafe has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
“Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Port Orange restaurant, which scores around 67. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -2 live flying insects in back of establishment near rack of pans
35A-02-7
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -cooked mushrooms, 1 container marked 5/2
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -cooked mushrooms marked 5/2
01B-24-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. -cooked mushrooms, 115-125F inside deep lexan, cooling for 2 hours per manager. Removed from cooler and placed into ice bath.
03D-01-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. -cooked mushrooms placed into deep plastic container, lid closed and placed into cooler. Advised to use shallow containers for rapid cooling or rely on ice bath/stirring to reach 70F from 135F within 2 hours, and down to 41F throughout within a total of 6 hours
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -trash can in front of hand sink on front line
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. -wash temp 137F, data plate calls for 150F
16-54-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -uses gloves on floor on cookline during rush
36-73-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -open clamshell containers on line -coffee filters unprotected/placed food contact surface up
25-06-4
32
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -2 flying insects in dry storage area
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -area above clean pans stacked on shelving in back
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over stored food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -hanging above bull sugar in sry storage **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -dust build up on wall in prep area
36-27-5
64
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -rear prep area
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone and keys stored above clean utensils on storage rack **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors underneath cookline have a light accumulation of grease and food debris
36-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink at front service area, provided handwash signs, operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach-in cooler/freezer in rear prep area door gaskets have a light accumulation of debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls above food container shelves/prep tables in rear prep area soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
64
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee rinsed gloves in triple sink, inspector educated employee, employee removed gloves, washed hands, and put on new gloves - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
12A-09-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced ham 47F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler less than 45min, operator relocated excess to reach-in cooler -whipped butter 68F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler less than 30 minutes, operator placed on time as public health control **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside bottom of three-door reach-in cooler has an an accumulation of food debris - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for tablets in triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee beverages stored above flour and potatoes on dry storage rack, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -light shield over triple door freezer damaged - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -milk jugs reused for nutella mix - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Slow draining water in handwash sink in front prep area **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
29-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -open box cutter stored on shelf above clean baking pans, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
42-03-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an an accumulation of black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -large white sugar container **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-29: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
41
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee rinsed gloves in triple sink, inspector educated employee, employee removed gloves, washed hands, and put on new gloves
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced ham 47F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler less than 45min, operator relocated excess to reach-in cooler -whipped butter 68F, per operator stored on top of reach-in cooler less than 30 minutes, operator placed on time as public health control **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for tablets in triple sink
16-37-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside bottom of three-door reach-in cooler has an an accumulation of food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -light shield over triple door freezer damaged
38-01-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -milk jugs reused for nutella mix
25-32-4
Basic - Slow draining water in handwash sink in front prep area **Repeat Violation**
29-20-5
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -open box cutter stored on shelf above clean baking pans, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-03-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an an accumulation of black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -large white sugar container **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee beverages stored above flour and potatoes on dry storage rack, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
37
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee delivered food to customers at a table then returned to food prep area and put on a glove without washing his hands, operator corrected employee, employee washed hands and then put on new gloves **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -Provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster, operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwave soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle of green solution lacking label, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -bottle of hand lotion on dry storage rack above flour, operator removed -employee drinks on dry storage shelf above food items, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employee engaged in food prep wearing watch, operator corrected, employee removed watch **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
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 handle in contact with mocha powder, operator removed -scoop handle in contact with sugar, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking Poster, operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink in front prep area
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -handwash sink and paper towel dispenser in front prep area soiled -inside reach in freezer has an accumulation of food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Slow draining water in handwash sink in mens restroom.
29-20-5
Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -tape measure stored on dish drying rack above food containers, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
42-03-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in front handwash area soiled
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping clothes on top of reach in cooler in dishwashing area, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container lacking label
02D-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. -operator installed new covered waste receptacle **Corrected On-Site**
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
27
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Cans of sliced apples
01B-01-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked apples dated 8/22
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Crepe batter 61F, out and returned to cooler per operator.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cody and Kyle
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Jessica and Jocelyn
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray/chemical bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - Green substance in spray bottle; - blue substance in milk gallons
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - ceiling vent in front of ovens, cookline **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired 4/01/21
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee lotions on dry storage shelf above foods
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - Light debris, shelving on cookline - black residue. Dipper well
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On lids
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. - Case of plasticware on the floor under shelving on cookline - togo containers in customer area not inverted. (Corrected on site)
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cinnamon Tree Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cinnamon Tree Cafe on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cinnamon Tree Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Cinnamon Tree Cafe.
How does Cinnamon Tree Cafe compare to other restaurants in Port Orange?
Cinnamon Tree Cafe most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Orange average of 67.
Has Cinnamon Tree Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cinnamon Tree Cafe have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cinnamon Tree Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cinnamon Tree Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cinnamon Tree Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.
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