Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando
Last inspected:
8365 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has accumulated 690 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 19.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspections documented nine violations, with blocked exits repeatedly cited in 2018, 2020, and 2024,the exit by bathrooms was blocked by boxes, mop buckets, and other items as recently as last year. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,640 in fines.
Most recent closure: November 9, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
19.7
violations / inspection
19.7 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
Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (1)
Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,640.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2016053771 | $800.00 | Nov 9, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2015014838 | $840.00 | Feb 20, 2015 | Panama City Beach |
Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (9)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
-exit by bathrooms partially blocked by boxes , mop bucket and other items
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 · 45-06-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by containers of soy sauce
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by mop bucket, fan, ladder, hoses, etc. - From follow-up inspection 2018-07-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2018-07-18: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by mop bucket, fan, ladder, hoses, etc. - From follow-up inspection 2018-07-13: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by mop bucket, fan, ladder, hoses, etc.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. By restrooms, door blocked by ladder
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back door pathway obstructions- old containers **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-11-09: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-11-10: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections60 violations · 39 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 22 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections81 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections94 violations · 67 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando last shut down?
- Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando was last shut down on November 9, 2016 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 Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando had?
- Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 19.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando find?
- Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on December 18, 2025 with 14 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant 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 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has 9 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,640.00 in fines.
- How much has Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $1,640.00 across 2 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).
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