CHA-CHA JAPANESE CAFE
155 S SR 7 #108, Wellington FL 33414 · 561.623.7110
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 11/26 dated cooked beef not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022012597 | Feb 10, 2022 | Apr 5, 2022 | $400 |
| 2--2021037908 | Jul 12, 2021 | Sep 9, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee employed appropriately 1 month. Employee completed during inspection.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty rack. Observed at cook line: clean pans, noodle strainer and ladle stored on and touching directly, a heavily soiled storage rack.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Noodle strainer and ladle with old dried noodles stored on storage rack.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored inside mop bucket neat entrance to restroom. Operator removed.
Feb 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee used broom to clean then began handling clean rice cooker lit to open; no hand wash. Advised employee to wash hands and clean and sanitize lid of rice cooker.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee came from outside and started to engage on kitchen jobs like grabbing clean dishes with out washing hands. Employee washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dishwasher only washing cups with soap and water. Educated dishwasher how to properly sanitized dishes. He set up the 3 compartment sink correctly. And re-sanitized dishes
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line Table next to stovetop Cooked pork 74F cold holding, bamboo cooked 70F cold holding Per operator products stored for approximately 1 hour. Per operator products not prepared or portioned today. Operator transferred to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line Rice warmer not connected cooked rice 112F hot holding Per operator stored for approximately 30 minutes. Operator turned on warmer to reheat rice to 165F+
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soap stored next to pork Loin inside prep sink Operator removed soap bottle
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle dust bin then handle clean plates and handle various foods; no handwashing. Employee washed hands.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee cleaned utensil at triple sink then prepared food; no hand wash. Advised operator that employee should wash hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee cleaned utensil and pots but not sanitize. Advised operator to clean then sanitize equipment/utensils.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hand sanitizer stored over juices. Operator stored properly.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employee employed 2.5 weeks. Operator had employee complete form.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee training expired.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried at rack near cookline - wet nesting.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in front hand sink
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup as scoop in rice
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Thermometer washed but not sanitized. Operator removed to be washed and sanitized.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 11/26 dated cooked beef not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator had employee sign the employee reporting agreement.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of chemical on front counter without label. Operator removed to be labeled.
Food stored on floor. At front counter area near double glass door standing reach in cooler: Boxes of chocolate sticks on the floor. Operator stored properly.
In kitchen area: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In storage area next to ice cream freezer: Single service items cups on the floor. Advised operator to store properly.
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.