YELLOW DOG EATS

YELLOW DOG EATS is trending the right way. After earlier inspections that drew violations, its recent DBPR history has been improving — and it currently holds a B at 86/100.

Its latest visit (May 26, 2026) logged 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 3 basic violations. Diners rate it 4.8 across 3,730 reviews. By health score it's safer than 32% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, organic, and healthy diners.

Trend: improving · B (86/100) · safer than 32% of Orange County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (407) 296-0609

Restaurant details

Health grade
B (86/100)
Violations
5 total — 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic
Address
1236 HEMPLE AVE, Windermere, FL
Cuisine
Cafe
Categories
Restaurant, Bar, Cafe, Sandwich shop
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.8 stars (3730 reviews)
Seats
84
Phone
(407) 296-0609
Website
Official website
Photo of YELLOW DOG EATS
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.8 Community-sourced rating 3,730 reviews
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Overall Score

68 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 19/20
    4.8★ 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 9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 9 PM

Inspection history

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

  1. May 26, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
  2. December 23, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×3)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to YELLOW DOG EATS, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • HIBACHI EXPRESS

    4.6★ 1.0 mi away

  • NATURES TABLE

    1.9★ 1.7 mi away

  • KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN-KFC

    1.7★ 1.7 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: May 26, 2026