Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville

Last inspected:

3125 Columbia Blvd, Titusville, FL 32780
Overview

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville has accumulated 1,562 violations across 71 inspections since 2016, averaging 22 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and toxic substance control are the most frequently cited violations. In September 2025, inspectors issued a warning for 28 violations and returned the next day to find continued non-compliance with an active extension order pending.

Most recent closure: May 2, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

71Inspections
1562Violations
2Closures
$2,800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville: Comparison to Brevard County Averages

This Facility 22 violations / inspection 22 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg 5.94 violations / inspection 5.94 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Brevard County Avg 0.16 closures / facility 0.16 county average

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity N/A
Roach activity N/A

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)

Total fines on record: $2,800.00

Disciplinary action history for Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2021044459 $400.00 Aug 19, 2021 Fort Lauderdale
4--2018027780 $400.00 May 2, 2018 Miami (Doral)
4--2018021362 $200.00 Mar 5, 2018 Miami (Doral)
4--2016041446 $800.00 Aug 16, 2016 Fort Lauderdale
4--2016027507 $200.00 Apr 5, 2016 Miami (Doral)
4--2015049952 $800.00 Oct 2, 2015 Miami (Doral)

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (71)

— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— 7 inspections62 violations · 38 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections49 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections53 violations · 37 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 21 inspections275 violations · 176 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 21 violations (14 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 10 inspections94 violations · 59 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 13 inspections195 violations · 129 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville last inspected?
Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville last shut down?
Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville was last shut down on May 2, 2018 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 Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville?
The most frequently cited violations at Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Toxic substance control.
How many health inspections has Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville had?
Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville has had 71 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 22 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville find?
Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville ever been shut down?
Yes, Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville has been emergency-closed 2 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 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.
Has Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,800.00 in fines.
How much has Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville been fined?
Chow's Country Buffet in Titusville has been fined a total of $2,800.00 across 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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