Orient Cafe in Orlando

Last inspected:

4525 S Semoran Blvd, Orlando, FL 32822
Overview

Orient Cafe in Orlando has accumulated 628 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 15.3 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity. State records show one fire safety violation from when it operated as Super Orient Buffet: flammables stored near a gas water heater and pressure washer. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $4,240 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,840. Top recurring violations include food contact surface violations, improper ventilation, and hand washing failures.

Most recent closure: May 22, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

42Inspections
648Violations
3Closures
1Fire
$4,240in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 15.4 violations / inspection 15.4 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for Orient Cafe in Orlando
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 08:10:00
Roach activity 08:17:00
Roach activity 08:58:00

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)

Total fines on record: $4,240.00

Disciplinary action history for Orient Cafe in Orlando
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2017057316 Nov 8, 2017 Fort Lauderdale
4--2017026161 $800.00 May 22, 2017 Fort Lauderdale
4--2017024728 $1,840.00 May 9, 2017 Orlando
4--2017000539 $400.00 Nov 15, 2016 Miami (Doral)
4--2016055161 $1,200.00 Nov 15, 2016 Tampa

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition, gas pressure washer, next to gas water heater.For reporting purposes only.

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections49 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections46 violations · 23 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections38 violations · 27 high priority
— 3 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 12 inspections83 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 5 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Orient Cafe in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Orient Cafe in Orlando last inspected?
Orient Cafe in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Orient Cafe in Orlando last shut down?
Orient Cafe in Orlando was last shut down on May 22, 2017 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 Orient Cafe in Orlando?
The most frequently cited violations at Orient Cafe in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Orient Cafe in Orlando had?
Orient Cafe in Orlando has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Orient Cafe in Orlando find?
Orient Cafe in Orlando was most recently inspected on April 27, 2026 with 20 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Orient Cafe in Orlando ever been shut down?
Yes, Orient Cafe in Orlando has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
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 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 Orient Cafe in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Orient Cafe in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Orient Cafe in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Orient Cafe in Orlando has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,240.00 in fines.
How much has Orient Cafe in Orlando been fined?
Orient Cafe in Orlando has been fined a total of $4,240.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Orient Cafe in Orlando operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Super Orient Buffet (2017).

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