Ruby Plaza Cafe

201 Lakeview Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 18, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Ruby Plaza Cafe seven times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 18, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Ruby Plaza Cafe's latest score of 74 falls below the Kissimmee average of 78. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 18, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
74
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel used to drain grease from fried empanadas.
14-86-1
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups, lids and drink holders stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Per operator wiping cloth solution has a combination of cleaners. Educated operator.
21-03-4
61
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. 500 ppm chlorine
41-27-4
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. No proof for SANTO.
53B-13-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite , does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
02D-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Broken gasket on unit next to ice maker. Upright stainless unit at kitchen not operating.
14-11-5
70
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Premade ice cream sundaes, frozen smoothies etc. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: Working on labels. **Time Extended**
02D-03-4
95
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. This license expired on April 1, 2023 and is more than 90 days past due. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Dog with vest on chairs in dining area. **Warning**
35A-01-4
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in prep area inaccessible. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Per operator, all employees are new. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Bowl of food in kitchen, adjacent to oven. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Premade ice cream sundaes, frozen smoothies etc. **Warning**
02D-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink in prep area. **Warning**
31B-04-4
45
Jan 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ruby Plaza Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ruby Plaza Cafe on file is from Feb 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ruby Plaza Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ruby Plaza Cafe.

How does Ruby Plaza Cafe compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?

Ruby Plaza Cafe most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Kissimmee average of 78.

Has Ruby Plaza Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ruby Plaza Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Ruby Plaza 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 Ruby Plaza Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ruby Plaza Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.