Empire Szechuan in Orlando
Last inspected:
341 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801Empire Szechuan in Orlando has accumulated 395 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.3 per visit. The restaurant operated under the name Orlando Empire Szechuan before rebranding. Fire inspectors documented electrical hazards across two separate inspections, including frayed and spliced wiring in dry storage and disrepaired electrical extensions powering a reach-in freezer. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,680 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $1,200.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Empire Szechuan in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
11.3
violations / inspection
11.3 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.93
violations / inspection
5.93 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Empire Szechuan in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,680.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017029422 | $1,200.00 | May 2, 2017 | Jacksonville | |
| 4--2017008487 | $1,080.00 | Jan 3, 2017 | District 10 | |
| 4--2015014609 | $400.00 | Feb 3, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Empire Szechuan in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Electrical wiring extensions use to power reach-in-freezer.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed frayed/spliced electrical wires. For reporting purposes only. Dry storage area
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.
Empire Szechuan in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections40 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections37 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Empire Szechuan in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Empire Szechuan in Orlando last inspected?
- Empire Szechuan in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 1, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Empire Szechuan in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Empire Szechuan in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Empire Szechuan in Orlando had?
- Empire Szechuan in Orlando has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Empire Szechuan in Orlando find?
- Empire Szechuan in Orlando was most recently inspected on July 1, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Empire Szechuan in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Empire Szechuan in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Empire Szechuan in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Empire Szechuan in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Empire Szechuan in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Empire Szechuan in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,680.00 in fines.
- How much has Empire Szechuan in Orlando been fined?
- Empire Szechuan in Orlando has been fined a total of $2,680.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Empire Szechuan in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Orlando Empire Szechuan (2015).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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