El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando
Last inspected:
929 N Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32807El Chinchorreo de My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has accumulated 245 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire inspections documented propane tanks stored inside the building in 2024, which the operator removed on-site. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,360 in fines. Top recurring violations include improper utensil sanitation, ventilation deficiencies, and employee health reporting failures.
Most recent closure: April 6, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024065029 | $400.00 | Aug 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023025893 | $400.00 | Feb 2, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2022018417 | $400.00 | Apr 6, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016031655 | $160.00 | May 4, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
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.
Inside area that used to be a walk in freezer. Operator immediately removed to outside **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-29: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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.
Inside area that used to be a walk in freezer. Operator immediately removed to outside **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-28: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · 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.
Inside area that used to be a walk in freezer. Operator immediately removed to outside **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections39 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando last inspected?
- El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando last shut down?
- El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando was last shut down on April 6, 2022 for rodent 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 El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando had?
- El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando find?
- El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,360.00 in fines.
- How much has El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando been fined?
- El Chinchorreo De My Friends Sport Bar & Lounge in Orlando has been fined a total of $1,360.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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