CAFE EXPRESS
712 W CHURCH ST, Orlando FL 32805 · (407)839-3914
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
NOV 23
APR 24
SEP 24
APR 26
— STEADY
4 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach located on bathroom wall
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024032033 | Apr 17, 2024 | Jan 17, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over ice that is used for drinks, located in reach in freezer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Cook line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Hole under the service counter.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. 2 refrigerator units
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout establishment
Sep 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep reach in steam table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit needed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At entrance to facility. Operator provided paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At service counter window by reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All ceiling tiles soiled throughout facility.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath and behind all equipment throughout facility.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout entire facility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole by 3 compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In reach in freezer and reach in freezer chest.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Above reach in cooler by cook line.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment, underneath cooking equipment.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Open bags of foods flour and sugar.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Entrance to facility door both at top and bottom
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. All reach in cooler shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink.
Sep 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate18 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep reach in steam table.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit needed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At entrance to facility. Operator provided paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At service counter window by reach in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All ceiling tiles soiled throughout facility.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath and behind all equipment throughout facility.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout entire facility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole by 3 compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In reach in freezer and reach in freezer chest.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Above reach in cooler by cook line.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment, underneath cooking equipment.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Open bags of foods flour and sugar.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Entrance to facility door both at top and bottom
Plumbing system in disrepair. 3 compartment sink not operational.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. All reach in cooler shelves.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink.
Apr 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate19 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 4/1/2024.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At entrance to facility.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup to scoop drink out of a pot.
Ceiling tile missing. At entrance door 5 missing tiles, dry storage area above cot.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the entire facility drop ceiling in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout entire facility.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout entire facility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole by 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Above reach in cooler by cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Open bags of food flour and sugar.
Open dumpster lid. Numerous live flies at dumpster.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Facility entrance door in disrepair.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Entrance to facility door both at top and bottom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. 3 compartment sink not operational.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screens at service windows.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink.
Apr 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate19 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 25 live flies at kitchen cook line. 3 live flies on service counter prep table. 4 live flies at 3 Compartment sink. 32 total live flies
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 4/1/2024.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At entrance to facility.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup to scoop drink out of a pot.
Ceiling tile missing. At entrance door 5 missing tiles, dry storage area above cot.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the entire facility drop ceiling in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout entire facility.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout entire facility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole by 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. Above reach in cooler by cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Open bags of food flour and sugar.
Open dumpster lid. Numerous live flies at dumpster.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Facility entrance door in disrepair.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Entrance to facility door both at top and bottom.
Plumbing system in disrepair. 3 compartment sink not operational.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Screens at service windows.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At 3 compartment sink.
Nov 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 small flying insects flying around kitchen
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed peppers on tall silver reach in cooler located on cookline.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach located on bathroom wall
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Scooping drink with cup no handle.
Ceiling tile missing over reach in cooler that has drinks.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Arizona drinks stored directly on floor under table by window.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Hood filters have grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.Mold like substance on reach in coolers shelves.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.Standing water on floor under three bay sink and on floor on bathroom.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle.Leak from pipe under three bay sink, leak from toilet on bathroom
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.