FORD'S GARAGE

The letter looks fine; the direction doesn't. FORD'S GARAGE holds a B (82/100), but its inspections have been getting worse, not better.

Its most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 cited 2 high-priority and 2 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 23% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.4 from 10,800 reviews.

Trend: declining · B (82/100)

Get directions Call (407) 602-3673

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (82/100)
Violations
4 total — 2 high-priority, 2 basic
Address
8201 VINELAND AVE STE 1801, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
American restaurant, Bar & grill, Restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.4 stars (10800 reviews)
Seats
268
Phone
(407) 602-3673
Website
Official website
Photo of FORD'S GARAGE
Photo: Ford's Garage Orlando Vineland Outlets

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.4 Community-sourced rating 10,800 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Sorted by date, these 22 reviews trend upward. Service tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 4.5 stars.

18 of 22 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 3 are two or lower. If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (14 reviews).

The kitchen graded a B (82/100) on 2 high-priority and 2 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. DBPR last walked in on February 11, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 23% of the restaurants we score. The citations behind that grade include bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food and single-service and single-use items.

With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.

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

  • June 30, 2026

    The burger choices were plentiful and the customizable options made my families lunch great.

  • June 30, 2026

    Ford's Garage was a great experience for my family. The food was good, the service was excellent, and the sinks in the bathroom were super cool. I had a special Highway 101 burger and fries. It was a half-pound Black Angus beef patty topped with smoked Gouda, applewood-smoked bacon, tomato red onion jam, fresh arugula, and basil aioli on a brioche bun. It was delicious amd the fries were even better. The beer selection is top notch with a great variety of fresh beers on draft.

  • June 30, 2026

    Asmin was the best server! You could tell he enjoys his job! The food was great too! Definitely will visit on my next trip!

  • June 30, 2026

    Love it here. Great good & service! Thanks, Yury, for a memorable experience!

  • June 30, 2026

    Amazing Service, Great Atmosphere & Food. Fantastic bartender, Gabby!!!

  • June 29, 2026

    Staff and food was great, Look, I get it, cost of living keeps increasing, but Ford’s will start losing customers to this so called “service fee”. Come up with something else! So you’re making customers feel guilty by not tipping the server because of this fee??? How can you even prove this service fee is really going to the staff??? Remember, you’re not the only burger joint in the market…

  • June 29, 2026

    Our waitress,Emma, was amazing!! Her friendly personality made us feel welcome and the service she gave us was outstanding!!

  • June 29, 2026

    Went on father's day sooo busy sat at the bar food was good service fantastic

  • June 29, 2026

    Horrible place

  • June 29, 2026

    Our server, Colin, was spectacular. Attentive and friendly even while the restaurant was hopping.

  • June 28, 2026

    Everything was really good. Our waiter was Tj and he did an amazing job. Usually down here service charge gets added and you get bad service because they know they’re getting tip regardless. Not him. He made the experience very good. Took good care of us and stayed on top of everything. The food was excellent! We’re in Orlando all the time and it was our first time but not our last.

  • June 28, 2026

    Our Server Jorge was amazing he was such a sweet guy and one of the best servers we’ve had at fords garage. He was extremely helpful and sweet and we really appreciate good service.

  • June 28, 2026

    Emma was great! Friendly and attentive. Portions were pretty big. Loved the Chipotle bowl! First visit ever (we’re from out of state)

  • June 28, 2026

    Great meal, Asmin our server at the Vineland location was outstanding. Gave great recommendations and was very personable. Thanks for a wonderful meal!

  • June 28, 2026

    My kid loved her tomato basil, surprisingly. However, my green & fit (vegetarian) and my husband's Swiss mushroom were a little lacking on the seasonings. The fries were pretty good. Service was top notch, we were seated immediately on a Busy Monday night. The sweet tea is darn great! The atmosphere was awesome and restrooms were pretty cool and clean.

  • June 27, 2026

    Amazing food!!! The smoked ol fashion was to die for!!! The cheese curds were the best! And we are from WI!!!

  • June 27, 2026

    Automatic service charge equals sub parr service. No refill on waters. "Famous" Angus beef patties tasted ike unseasoned meatloaf. Fries are good.

  • June 27, 2026

    Service couldnt have gone more wrong! The wait for drinks And food was ridiculous. Never received my beer, nor the 2nd tea I ordered. My burger was not customized as ordered. Waitress gave us wrong bill and our bill to a table that already paid it and left. She would not give us a correct bill. Manager and waitress argued to one another in front of us! Also ordered a milkshake for my grandson which we never received .They did take my meal off the bill. Two fans not working on porch on a scorching day. First and last visit to this restaurant.

  • June 27, 2026

    Great experience, Khaleeb was an amazing server with great enthusiasm and hospitality. Outside seating was 10/10 and perfect around sunset. We’ll definitely be coming back!

  • June 27, 2026

    Khaleeb was our server and he was amazing!! Great food.👊

  • June 27, 2026

    Host was very disrespectful.

  • June 27, 2026

    Fun time with friends. Down in the area for work and family. Went to Ford's for dinner. The inside wait was long, so chose outside. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was average, so the staff made the place. Been to other Ford's and this was fine. There are thousands of places to eat, so don't rush to choose this but was fine for casual dinner.

Overall Score

61 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.4★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 3/10
    Declining, 33% 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 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

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

  1. February 11, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 09 — Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items (×2)
  2. October 2, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  3. October 1, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 55 — Automatic gratuity notice

Safer options nearby

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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: February 11, 2026