Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 28, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in kitchen
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Pork prepared 1/25 per operator thawing in cooler. No date marking
02C-08-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Several big equipment items unused in storage room. And microwave on floor in kitchen
33-31-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Air vent above rice cooker
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under triple sink Behind equipment and chest freezer in storage room
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in personal fridge and gaskets in white fridge
23-03-4
67
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cabbage, sprouts, 48F-60F cold holding in well. Less than 4hrs per operator. Operator put on ice barh for temperature recovery **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of black microwave
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in black cooler at bar -Light shield above cook line -Air vent above rice cooker
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior lid of blue ice cream freezer in lobby
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall above cooking equipment
36-27-5
70
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In kitchen torn - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile above cook line - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of pan storage shelf -Interior Microwave above black mini fridge. -Interior of microwave by white fridge. -Top of white fridge -Gaskets in cooler that is not in use. Advised operator that even if cooler is not in use, it must be kept clean not to attract pests. -Outside containers of seasoning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Gaskets in cooler that is not in use. Advised operator that even if cooler is not in use, it must be kept clean not to attract pests. ( time extended). -Top of white fridge ( time extended) -Outside containers of seasoning ( complied) **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old ice cream machine in storage room. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-08: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
82
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under rack shelf that holds up personal fridge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: 1 live roach in storage room in front of chest freezer. Inspector immediately killed. 1 live roach on floor under personal fridge in kitchen. Total 2 live roaches **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In kitchen torn - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile above cook line - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Edge of floor throughout kitchen . -Floor under cook line heavily soiled. -floor in storage room heavily soiled. -Floor under personal fridge - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Edge of floor throughout kitchen . (Complied) -Floor under cook line heavily soiled. Complied -floor in storage room heavily soiled. -Floor under personal fridge (complied) **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of pan storage shelf -Interior Microwave above black mini fridge. -Interior of microwave by white fridge. -Top of white fridge -Gaskets in cooler that is not in use. Advised operator that even if cooler is not in use, it must be kept clean not to attract pests. -Outside containers of seasoning - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: Gaskets in cooler that is not in use. Advised operator that even if cooler is not in use, it must be kept clean not to attract pests. ( time extended). -Top of white fridge ( time extended) -Outside containers of seasoning ( complied) **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old ice cream machine in storage room. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-07: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
67
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs over vegetables in cooler . Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - Raw chicken over onions in fridge in back storage. -Raw beef over vegetables and cook chicken in white fridge . Operator immediately corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under rack shelf that holds up personal fridge. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In kitchen torn
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile above cook line
36-34-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of water on floor in dining room. Operator immediately moved **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of pan storage shelf -Interior Microwave above black mini fridge. -Interior of microwave by white fridge. -Top of white fridge -Gaskets in cooler that is not in use. Advised operator that even if cooler is not in use, it must be kept clean not to attract pests. -Outside containers of seasoning
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior shelves and drawers of white fridge
22-16-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old ice cream machine in storage room.
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind cooking equipment
36-27-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Edge of floor throughout kitchen . -Floor under cook line heavily soiled. -floor in storage room heavily soiled. -Floor under personal fridge
36-73-4
43
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
50
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above cookline
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Or vent and light shield next to it above cook line soiled with dust
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under most equipment in kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of bottle water in lobby
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside microwave above little fridge
22-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooking equipment
36-27-5
74
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
52
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Throughout facility observed food stored in non food grade containers
14-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink at the front line had a flower in a container **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottled water stored on floor by drink glass reach in fridge
08B-38-4
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 direct contact with sugar at cooks line
10-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At cooks line observed wiping cloth stored on cutting board
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar at cooks line
02D-01-5
58
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Tiles throughout kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair.water damage on 1 shield in kitchen.
38-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line and mop sink wall .
36-27-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies.
How does Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies 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 Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nifty's Sandwiches and Smoothies is inspected around three times per year on average.
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