CAVO'S BAR & KITCHEN

Is CAVO'S BAR & KITCHEN clean? Mostly — a B (83/100) at its latest inspection, October 2, 2025. That visit logged 1 high-priority and 9 basic violations.

Its latest visit (October 2, 2025) logged 1 high-priority and 9 basic violations. Diners rate it 4.6 across 664 reviews. By health score it's safer than 25% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegetarian diners.

Trend: improving · B (83/100) · safer than 25% of Orange County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (321) 352-7600

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (83/100)
Violations
10 total — 1 high-priority, 9 basic
Address
900 E WASHINGTON ST, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
American restaurant, Bar & grill, Cheesesteak restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.6 stars (664 reviews)
Neighborhood
Northeast Orlando
Seats
125
Phone
(321) 352-7600
Website
Official website
Photo of CAVO'S BAR & KITCHEN
Photo: Cavo's Bar & Kitchen

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.6 Community-sourced rating 664 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Reviews here split hard: 16 five-star against 2 one-star, with little in between. Reviewers who mention how guests are treated rate this place 4.1 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

Conspicuously absent: price, which no reviewer brings up. The split is 19 positive to 3 negative across 22 rated reviews. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 16 of the 22 reviewers who rated.

The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a B (83/100), citing 1 high-priority and 9 basic violations. That inspection was on October 2, 2025. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 25% of the restaurants we score. Among the items recorded were cross-contamination and in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.

Our own analysis of 22 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 28, 2026

    The service industry is losing the quality a lot and they expect the 20% tip even though they don’t do a good job. And I work in the service industry so I know how important is to tip based on service. Anyways the food was not good and the service neither.

  • June 20, 2026

    World Cup match NFL game best place for great food great drinks great service

  • June 19, 2026

    Best cheesesteak in Orlando and great place to catch some drinks. A staple for me in Thornton park.

  • June 15, 2026

    Not bad. Food was pretty good. Service was fine. Its a bar with a pretty decent menu.

  • June 14, 2026

    Appears to be a typical decent full service sports bar at first. And then the food arrives. SO good! The Philly Cheese is one of the best I've EVER had!

  • June 12, 2026

    Great service and even better food. Best cheesesteaks in Orlando amd it's not even close

  • June 10, 2026

    Food was delicious! Big portions.

  • June 5, 2026

    Everything is great cheesesteaks were the best I've had in Florida. Great place for kids to eat as well they loved the chicken wings and the cheese sticks. Also had mushroom soup which was on special and amazing. Service was great and friendly.

  • June 1, 2026

    Cool bar. With food food. Cheesesteak was good. Needed a little more cheese... Cool vibe....drinks were good.

  • May 29, 2026

    Very clean place. Good food, drinks and customer service.

  • May 26, 2026

    The cheesesteak I got was very tasty. The only problem was the roll had sesame seeds. I only like a plane rolls.

  • May 12, 2026

    Come here to watch sports and always enjoy the food. Recommend the philly, but everything ive had from here has been great.

  • May 8, 2026

    I always enjoy coming here for food, drinks and sports games.

  • May 7, 2026

    Best Philly in Orlando! We had the cheesy bread as an appetizer and WOW, we knew right away the rest of the food would be amazing if that's the quality of the bread they use (It's warm,soft and crisp). Also we got a Captain Morgan for only $6. Saving this place to come back!

  • May 6, 2026

    Great Philly, good environment. Nice bar in downtown Orlando near lake eola. The service was good even tho it got a little busy they managed to still hold good service. The Philly was super good, although not the best Philly ever it was one of the best I’ve ever had. Their tots and onion rings also were nice and crispy. Definitely a good spot to grab some drinks and eat a Philly !

  • May 3, 2026

    I give the cheese steak a five. But the tomato basil soup was horrible. It was so thick.

  • May 1, 2026

    Great spot staff was amazing!

  • May 1, 2026

    My chicken Parm sub was dry, and my girlfriends got the cheesesteak and the bread was hard and she could barely take a bite out of it!!! The two women waitresses were rude and the one waiting on us took forever to come take our order

  • April 25, 2026

    Was Very Very Disappointed I have hear good Things about Restaurant but Cheese Steak Wasn't too Good didn't like Smell and no taste could have use more cheese and onions..Bread too Soft and Chewy Onion Rings were Very Good But Could Use a Sauce Mayo-Kethup

  • April 24, 2026

    Not only is the food incredible, the hospitality is above and beyond. Thanks for making my birthday special!!

  • April 7, 2026

    What a chill place! We really enjoyed everything we tried. We would definitely will be back. We tried the vegetarian sandwich and everything from the fresh mozzarella to the eggplant was delicious. The chicken tortilla soup was delicous and had just the right flavors and amount of spice. My husband had the chicken cutlet sandwich and really enjoyed it. Everyone at the bar was great. They were quick to take our orders and review all the questions we had about the menu.

  • April 4, 2026

    When I am in Orlando I make sure to always plan a Cavo’s visit. I only wish there was a place in my town that could even somewhat compare. This year their menu blessed me with their new half sub options. I didn’t have to contemplate on what to get. Half Cheesesteak and Half Meatball Sub. It just don’t get any better folks. Truly! The owner Mark is a true Philly guy and him and his staff are as hospitable as true Southerners. If you want good food, good service, and good vibes then get your butt to Cavo’s. Open a spot in Wilmington, NC please and thanks.

Overall Score

57 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 3/20
    1 option listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.6★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 12 AM
Friday
11 AM to 12 AM
Saturday
11 AM to 12 AM
Sunday
11 AM to 12 AM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. October 2, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  2. July 9, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 32 — Bathrooms
  3. July 8, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 13 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
    • 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 32 — Bathrooms (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to CAVO'S BAR & KITCHEN, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • FALCON

    4.6★ nearby

  • EOLA WINE COMPANY

    4.7★ 0.3 mi away

  • OSPHERE

    4★ 0.4 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: October 2, 2025