Khaos in Winter Springs
Last inspected:
172 - 178 W State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708This Winter Springs location has operated under two names since 2016: China Kitchen and now KHAOS. Across all operators, it has accumulated 273 violations over 28 inspections, averaging 9.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for sewage backup and was issued an emergency order in December 2024 after inspectors found 9 violations, 5 of them high priority. Fire inspections documented four violations including portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone, scorch marks around an electrical outlet, and other safety concerns that persisted across multiple operators at the same address.
Most recent closure: December 18, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Khaos in Winter Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
9.8
violations / inspection
9.8 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Khaos in Winter Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)
Khaos in Winter Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $450.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024072952 | $250.00 | Dec 18, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016048698 | $200.00 | Aug 4, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Khaos in Winter Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At the sink on the wall at the entrance to the stock room . Extinguisher in the red
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 · 47-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. At the back door next to the breaker panel west side
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-08-03: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. On the way to the kitchen - From follow-up inspection on 2016-08-04: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. On the way to the kitchen
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.
Khaos in Winter Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Khaos in Winter Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Khaos in Winter Springs last inspected?
- Khaos in Winter Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Khaos in Winter Springs last shut down?
- Khaos in Winter Springs was last shut down on December 18, 2024 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Khaos in Winter Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Khaos in Winter Springs are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Khaos in Winter Springs had?
- Khaos in Winter Springs has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Khaos in Winter Springs find?
- Khaos in Winter Springs was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Khaos in Winter Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Khaos in Winter Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Khaos in Winter Springs had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Khaos in Winter Springs has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Khaos in Winter Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Khaos in Winter Springs has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $450.00 in fines.
- How much has Khaos in Winter Springs been fined?
- Khaos in Winter Springs has been fined a total of $450.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Khaos in Winter Springs operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: China Kitchen (2016-2018).
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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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