Chayhana in Altamonte Springs

Last inspected:

851 W State Rd 436 Ste 1037, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
Overview

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on February 4, 2022. Across 23 inspections since 2022, the facility accumulated 159 violations, averaging 6.9 per inspection — significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations were recurrent and systemic: management awareness failures appeared in at least 4 of the last 6 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in at least 6 inspections; employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections; shell stock requirement violations in at least 3 inspections; food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections; and proper cooking temperature violations in at least 4 inspections. Chemical storage violations and employee health reporting failures also appeared repeatedly. Two disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $720. Fire safety violations were documented in January 2026 and March 2026 for propane tank storage inside the building. The facility's most recent inspections on March 25–26, 2026 found 24 violations on March 25 (6 high-priority, disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending) and 4 violations on March 26 (1 intermediate, disposition: Call Back - Complied). A separate complaint inspection on March 26 found no violations.

Most recent closure: February 4, 2022 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
159Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$720in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Chayhana in Altamonte Springs
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 14:09:00

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $720.00

Disciplinary action history for Chayhana in Altamonte Springs
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2022007495 $400.00 Feb 4, 2022 Miami (Doral)
4--2021041918 $320.00 Aug 4, 2021 Miami (Doral)

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -15 lb propane tank used in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -15 lb propane tank used in kitchen.

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 5 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections11 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Chayhana in Altamonte Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chayhana in Altamonte Springs last inspected?
Chayhana in Altamonte Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Chayhana in Altamonte Springs last shut down?
Chayhana in Altamonte Springs was last shut down on February 4, 2022 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Chayhana in Altamonte Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Chayhana in Altamonte Springs are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Chayhana in Altamonte Springs had?
Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chayhana in Altamonte Springs find?
Chayhana in Altamonte Springs was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Chayhana in Altamonte Springs ever been shut down?
Yes, Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Chayhana in Altamonte Springs had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Chayhana in Altamonte Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
How much has Chayhana in Altamonte Springs been fined?
Chayhana in Altamonte Springs has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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