KISSIMMEE, Osceola County

COW RESTAURANT

1718 CHAPS PLACE, KISSIMMEE, FL 34744

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Latest violations
7
1 High Priority
Jan 22, 2026
City
KISSIMMEE
County
Osceola
Status
Delinquent / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 22, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 7

08A-05-6

Detail 24319294

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over corn dough in reach in cooler drawers under grill - operator moved eggs Raw chicken over peppers in lo boy reach in cooler next to white reach in freezer - operator changed order Raw chicken over tomatoes and other produce in stainless steel reach in cooler Corrective Action Taken - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 24319293

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine for dish machine and three compartment sink Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

31B-03-4

Detail 24319295

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar and at end of cookline Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 24319289

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Shortening case on floor next to white reach in freezer in kitchen Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24319291

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at bar Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

14-20-4

Detail 24319290

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On shelf with dishware on cookline next to grill drawers - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

08B-17-4

Detail 24319292

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Berries in original containers over whipped cream cans in lo boy reach in cooler on expo side of cookline - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-22: Time Extended

Jan 14, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 16

22-41-4

Detail 24303012

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 24303015

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over corn dough in reach in cooler drawers under grill - operator moved eggs Raw chicken over peppers in lo boy reach in cooler next to white reach in freezer - operator changed order Raw chicken over tomatoes and other produce in stainless steel reach in cooler Corrective Action Taken

08A-20-5

Detail 24303022

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw burger patties over raw shrimp in reach in cooler drawers under grill - no hard separation between drawers Operator switched order Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

01B-02-5

Detail 24303021

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut tomato (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler underneath make table overnight per operator

03A-02-5

Detail 24303011

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomato (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler underneath make table overnight per operator - see stop sale

31A-09-4

Detail 24303010

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher inside of handwashing sink near kitchen entrance Operator removed Corrected On-Site

16-37-1

Detail 24303023

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine for dish machine and three compartment sink Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 24303019

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar and at end of cookline Repeat Violation

03F-10-5

Detail 24303018

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For cooked chicken and sausage on prep counter next to white reach in freezer in kitchen Food out for 2 hours per operator Emailed time plan Corrective Action Taken

21-05-5

Detail 24303020

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Lining pan of shelled eggs in reach in cooler drawer under grill

08B-38-4

Detail 24303014

Basic - Food stored on floor. Shortening case on floor next to white reach in freezer in kitchen Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24303009

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at bar Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 24303016

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Inside of ice bin next to handwashing sink near kitchen entrance Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-20-4

Detail 24303013

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On shelf with dishware on cookline next to grill drawers

06-01-5

Detail 24303008

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp and octopus thawing at room temperature on shelf under steamwell on cookline Operator placed into three compartment sink and ran cold water over them Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-17-4

Detail 24303017

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Berries in original containers over whipped cream cans in lo boy reach in cooler on expo side of cookline

Jul 30, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 10Total: 16

08A-20-5

Detail 23917766

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler closest to mop sink and in reach in cooler under make table on cookline Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23917779

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of cherries in handwashing sink at bar Repeat Violation

16-37-1

Detail 23917769

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for dish machine Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 23917768

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink by three compartment sink Repeat Violation

31B-05-4

Detail 23917775

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At handwashing sink next to three compartment sink

02C-02-5

Detail 23917773

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice made 2pm yesterday in pan in expo reach in cooler not date marked

51-11-4

Detail 23917780

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Near soda rack

14-11-5

Detail 23917774

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on chest freezer

08B-38-4

Detail 23917771

Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw beef roasts thawing in bin on floor Operator moved onto rack Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23917770

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at bar

10-08-5

Detail 23917767

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In bin under soda dispenser Operator removed Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 23917772

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 82F next to steamwell Repeat Violation

31B-04-4

Detail 23917778

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sink next to three compartment sink Emailed operator sign Corrective Action Taken

23-03-4

Detail 23917777

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents

06-01-5

Detail 23917765

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef roasts thawing in bin at room temperature with no running water

29-11-4

Detail 23917776

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet on handwashing sink next to three compartment sink spraying outward when turned on

May 21, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 3Total: 9

29-42-4

Detail 23785960

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

31A-09-4

Detail 23785958

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink at cooks line blocked with miscellaneous items Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

31A-11-4

Detail 23785964

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink by drink station also has a faucet attached on the side for drinking water Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

16-37-1

Detail 23785962

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strip for dish machine Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

53A-05-6

Detail 23785959

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

41-17-4

Detail 23785961

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemicals in clear spray bottles with no label at bar and triple sink Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

14-01-5

Detail 23785966

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls in sugar and panko containers Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 23785965

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 23785963

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw animal products in bus tubs stored directly on floor in front of reach in freezer Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-21: Time Extended

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 7Basic: 6Total: 18

22-49-4

Detail 23733775

High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine sanitizing 0ppm Warning

50-17-3

Detail 23733771

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Warning

08A-20-5

Detail 23733780

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef at tall reach in cooler in kitchen Warning

08A-17-6

Detail 23733765

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Frozen raw beef stored over bread at reach in freezer in kitchen Warning

29-42-4

Detail 23733769

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23733777

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink at cooks line blocked with miscellaneous items Corrected On-Site Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23733778

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink by drink station also has a faucet attached on the side for drinking water Warning

16-37-1

Detail 23733764

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strip for dish machine Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 23733776

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/ Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 23733767

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at bar hand washing sink and cooks line Corrected On-Site Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 23733773

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at bar hand washing sink and women's bathroom hand washing sink Corrected On-Site Warning

41-17-4

Detail 23733781

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemicals in clear spray bottles with no label at bar and triple sink Warning

14-01-5

Detail 23733779

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls in sugar and panko containers Warning

14-09-4

Detail 23733768

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 23733772

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on not in use warmer Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23733770

Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw animal products in bus tubs stored directly on floor in front of reach in freezer Corrected On-Site Warning

10-08-5

Detail 23733774

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice bin by soda station Corrected On-Site Warning

10-07-4

Detail 23733766

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 80F water at prep table Warning

Aug 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 4Basic: 2Total: 10

08A-17-6

Detail 23052613

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken in ziploc stored over carpaccio and salmon

03A-02-5

Detail 23052606

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut romaine-60F and heavy whipping cream and half and half temping at 50F. Per operator cleaning was done on equipment and reach in cooler was unplugged less than an hour ago. Advised operator to move items to freezer for temperature recovery Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 23052614

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical in spray bottle stored over red onions on shelf by expedite window for bar Corrected On-Site

29-42-4

Detail 23052615

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink has a splitter added

31A-11-4

Detail 23052610

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at kitchen had ice cubes in the sink

02B-01-5

Detail 23052612

Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Carpaccio not identified on menu Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 23052609

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cheese dip made yesterday not date marked

41-17-4

Detail 23052607

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear chemical in spray bottle at bar expedite window not labeled

14-01-5

Detail 23052608

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Rice and pasta have cups instead of bowls

06-01-5

Detail 23052611

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen ribs in bus tub thawing on top of chest freezer

Jun 26, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

02B-04-5

Detail 22826084

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. COW CEVICHE, served with raw white fish. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: HIDDEN RAW INGREDIENTS Time Extended

Apr 19, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 5Basic: 4Total: 13

22-41-4

Detail 22819927

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0 ppm x 2.

50-17-3

Detail 22819923

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on April 1 and is 3 plus weeks past due. Please remit as soon as possible.

08A-17-6

Detail 22819922

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw pork.

03A-02-5

Detail 22819930

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Dirty rice and white rice both holding at 48-50f

53B-15-4

Detail 22819921

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. When asked about temperature of child's menu, server replied it can be done to any temperature.

02B-04-5

Detail 22819925

Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. COW CEVICHE, served with raw white fish.

53A-05-6

Detail 22819931

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/ at least 5 employees working with no certified food manager present.

53B-01-5

Detail 22819928

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.

02C-02-5

Detail 22819932

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

23-24-4

Detail 22819929

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters heavily soiled.

10-08-5

Detail 22819924

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 22819920

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

51-18-6

Detail 22819926

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

Nov 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 2, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 8

03D-01-5

Detail 22419380

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Beef cooked, cooled. Advised rapid chill to 70 using ice bath and freezer.

22-41-4

Detail 22419379

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested 3 times 0 ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Corrective Action Taken

01D-01-5

Detail 22419378

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Warning

01B-02-5

Detail 22419376

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sausage cooked day before, cooled and holding at 50 F.

03A-02-5

Detail 22419381

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Pork Sausage cooked yesterday cold holding at 50f. Advised to discard

31A-11-4

Detail 22419375

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water spigot for drinks is attached to hand wash sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 22419382

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar. Corrected On-Site

06-09-1

Detail 22419377

Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. salmon.

Jun 14, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 2Total: 2

32-12-5

Detail 22066636

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

16-14-4

Detail 22066635

Basic - No Drainboards or equivalent.