Hooters of East Kissimmee

1201 W Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34741

American

Last inspected: Mar 21, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Hooters of East Kissimmee appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2022. Hooters of East Kissimmee was last inspected on Mar 21, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Hooters of East Kissimmee's latest score of 82 sits above the Kissimmee average of 78. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink on cooks line has shrimp tails blocking drain. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door, and lights.

14-69-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at handwashing sink at dishwashing area.

29-11-4

Jul 9, 2024

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Apr 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Mar 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. Jalapeños, removed from dry storage to discarded

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Chelsea, Nadia, Liliana**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**

53B-13-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water temperature 76° **Repeat Violation**

27-16-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freeze floor. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.

22-20-5

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink next to fryers water runs constantly

29-08-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - accumulation of black mold substance dishwasher area and next to soda in bags rack **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of fryers and breading area

23-03-4

Oct 20, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hooters of East Kissimmee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hooters of East Kissimmee on file is from Mar 21, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hooters of East Kissimmee?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hooters of East Kissimmee.

How does Hooters of East Kissimmee compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?

Hooters of East Kissimmee most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Kissimmee average of 78.

Has Hooters of East Kissimmee's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hooters of East Kissimmee have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hooters of East Kissimmee 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 Hooters of East Kissimmee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hooters of East Kissimmee is inspected around two times per year on average.

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