Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando
Last inspected:
4638 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL 32812Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has accumulated 227 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection — significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been pervasive and recurring, including proper hand and arm washing violations cited in at least 7 of the last 8 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 of the last 8 inspections, and consumer advisory violations in 5 consecutive inspections from February 2024 through March 2026. Employee health policy and reporting violations have appeared repeatedly across the record. A fire safety violation on November 19, 2020 documented that the front entrance was blocked. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 27, 2026 found 12 violations, including high-priority violations for employee health policy, chemical storage, handwashing facilities, and consumer advisory, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021047067 | $200.00 | Jun 29, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando last inspected?
- Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando had?
- Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando find?
- Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando been fined?
- Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Penda Chinese Restaurant in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Panda Chinese Restaurant (2020).
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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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