HABANEROS MEXICAN GRILL

Is HABANEROS MEXICAN GRILL clean? Not quite — only a C, 77/100, the last time the state checked (February 5, 2026). That visit logged 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic violations.

Its most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 cited 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 15% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4.3 from 1,720 reviews.

Trend: declining · C (77/100)

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Restaurant details

Health grade
C (77/100)
Violations
7 total — 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic
Address
494 N SEMORAN BLVD, Winter Park, FL
Cuisine
Mexican
Categories
Mexican restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.3 stars (1720 reviews)
Seats
150
Phone
(407) 622-7466
Website
Official website
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 1,720 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The newer reviews here read better than the older ones — 4.8 against 3.8. Where how guests are treated comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.6, so it reads as a strength.

Behind those, wait times is raised in 18% of reviews (4.3 average). The split is 13 positive to 2 negative across 17 rated reviews, with 2 in the middle. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 12 of the 17 reviewers who rated.

The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a C (77/100), citing 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 4 basic violations. That inspection was on February 5, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. That puts it ahead of 15% of graded kitchens in Orange County. Among the items recorded were food from approved source and food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate.

This is a listing where the two measures each tell half the story. Everything above is computed from the 17 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 17 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 29, 2026

    Excellent food, authentic Mexican atmosphere and cuisine.

  • June 28, 2026

    Good and reasonably priced food, chips and salsa are great!

  • June 23, 2026

    Best Mexican restaurant in the Orlando area!

  • June 17, 2026

    Been coming here for years. Love the food and the attention. Fast lunch service!

  • June 15, 2026

    This place is great. The food came out really fast, tasted amazing and the service was more than we could have asked for. The guacamole cart made right next to the table...brilliant

  • June 9, 2026

    Brought our pups to the back porch, had a wonderful meal!

  • June 5, 2026

    I've been coming here on and off for years, and unfortunately this will probably be my last visit. Over time, the food quality has steadily declined while the prices have continued to increase. On this visit, the food tasted noticeably off, and to make matters worse, I found a hair in my meal. To their credit, my server was polite and apologetic when I finally got his attention, and he quickly replaced my food and utensils. However, service was very slow throughout the meal. After my replacement meal was delivered, I didn't see my server again and eventually had to go to the front to pay so I could leave. Ironically, the hardest-working employee I saw all day seemed to be the hostess, who was also bussing tables, making guacamole, and helping guests get what they needed. The women's restroom was also concerning. It smelled strongly of mold or mildew mixed with dirty diapers, and it appeared there may have been a leak near one of the toilets. I've definitely had worse restaurant experiences, but between the declining food quality, cleanliness concerns, and lackluster service, I don't see myself coming back.

  • May 26, 2026

    My mother had my surprise birthday dinner on sunday night ,all my children were there we all had a great time! The food was fantastic as always!!

  • May 9, 2026

    Nuestra experiencia en Habanero Restaurant Grill fue simplemente espectacular. Desde que llegamos, el ambiente fue súper agradable y el servicio estuvo a otro nivel. Ashley fue increíblemente amable, profesional y atenta durante toda la visita. Siempre estuvo pendiente de nosotros con una actitud positiva y una atención que realmente marca la diferencia. Y tengo que hablar del guacamole preparado por Alejandra… sinceramente estaba perfecto. Fresco, lleno de sabor y preparado con muchísimo cuidado. Se nota cuando las personas hacen su trabajo con pasión y orgullo. Hoy en día es difícil encontrar lugares donde la comida y el servicio sean igual de buenos, pero aquí lograron ambas cosas. Todo el equipo hizo que nos sintiéramos bienvenidos y cómodos desde el primer momento. Definitivamente este lugar se ganó nuevos clientes. Súper recomendado para cualquiera que quiera excelente comida y una atención de primera.

  • May 5, 2026

    Food was meh . Ceviche was very bland!!! Best thing i had was the horchata

  • May 3, 2026

    Una joya de restaurante. Desde que llegas, te reciben con una atención cálida y genuina que te hace sentir como en casa. La comida es simplemente espectacular, llena de sabor auténtico y perfectamente preparada. Cada platillo refleja calidad y dedicación. Y lo mejor de todo: los precios son increíblemente justos para lo que ofrecen. Sin duda, uno de esos lugares que recomiendas con los ojos cerrados y al que siempre quieres volver.

  • May 3, 2026

    La comida… ¡wow! Cada plato tiene un sabor increíble, auténtico y lleno de vida; todo estaba perfectamente preparado, fresco y delicioso. Y ni hablar de las bebidas 🍹, ¡otro nivel! Súper bien hechas y con un sabor que te deja queriendo más. La atención es exquisita, de esas que marcan la diferencia. Definitivamente es uno de los lugares a los que quieres volver una y otra vez. 100% recomendado 💯

  • April 14, 2026

    Acabo de estar allí, el sitio es muy agradable, pero la atención y la comida deja mucho que pensar, los tacos no tenían nada de sabor, además de que las tortillas se parten solas de los secas qué son. Malo

  • April 12, 2026

    We’ve been to every one of their Locations and everytime we visit their winter park location it exceeds the rest simply for their attention to service. We always have a phenomenal experience with Omar, he always makes sure our visit is 100% and causes us to come back again and again. Their foods is spectacular and always fresh and delicious, and their alcoholic drinks are the only ones I’ve ever had that are 100% worth buying.

  • April 5, 2026

    The food was good but we were offered guacamole and they didn't tell us that the cost of it was more than the price of my lunch. I felt deceived

  • March 24, 2026

    This our new spot.

  • March 19, 2026

    Absolutely Amazing Mexican Restaurant! This place is truly something special. The food is incredible — full of flavor, fresh, and made with love. Every dish tastes authentic and unforgettable. The people here make it even better. The service is outstanding, warm, and welcoming from the moment you walk through the door. You can feel the kindness and pride they put into taking care of their customers. Honestly, this is one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve ever been to. Great food, great people, great atmosphere. Highly recommended! 🌮❤️

Overall Score

59 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 20/40
    Grade C
  • Dietary transparency 20/20
    6 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 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 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 10:30 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 10:30 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

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

  1. February 5, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
    • 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
  2. August 11, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic

    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to HABANEROS MEXICAN GRILL, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • MULDOONS SALOON

    4.3★ 0.1 mi away

  • EURO POL POLISH DELI

    4.5★ 0.1 mi away

  • LITTLE CAESARS 621

    3.7★ 0.2 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: February 5, 2026