CHAYHANA
851 W STATE RD 436 STE 1037, Altamonte Springs FL 32714 · 3214772196
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. -2 small flying insects near front counter. Both removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022007495 | Feb 4, 2022 | Dec 12, 2022 | $400 |
| 4--2021041918 | Aug 4, 2021 | Apr 1, 2022 | $320 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm Operator turned off dish machine and switched to 3 compartment sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Noodles, rice and beef in reach in cooler held over 24 hours per operator not date marked.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Underneath 3 compartment sink and hand sink water leaking on to floor when dish machine is cycled.
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -rinsing towel in hand wash sink in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -gap above screen door at back of kitchen.
Mar 25, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over pasties in cooler. Operator removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 2 reach in coolers in kitchen; Chicken 2lb Lamb 3lb Wings 5lb Ground beef 10 Lentil soup Potato soup, (45-48F - Cold Holding). Overnight per operator. Bottom of both coolers reading ambient air 47F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 reach in coolers in kitchen; Chicken 2lb Lamb 3lb Wings 5lb Ground beef 10 Lentil soup Potato soup, (45-48F - Cold Holding). Overnight per operator. Bottom of both coolers reading ambient air 47F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates on cooked chicken, cooked beef, cooked cabbage, Beef pastries. Per operator made 3/24.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep table
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. around water heater
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen
Food stored on floor. Boxed oil on floor. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of black microwave
Mar 25, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
6 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -rice 81 noodles 61, both cooling 6 hours per operator.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -rice cooling 6 hours per operator in large bowl, covered, in reach in cooler 81. Noodles cooling 6 hours per operator 61. Operator discarded.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee pulled gloves out of box without washing hands. Advised.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs above ketchup in glass door cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -sour cream, kabob sauce in counter top cooler. -large bowl of cooked rice 81 -noodles 61
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -portion cups of sour cream and kabob sauce in countertop cooler 80. Unit not working.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -rinsing towel in hand wash sink in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -for quat 3 compartment sink. Unable to locate.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -no method of testing new hot water saniting machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -operator added dish machine.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. -unable to measure below 50.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -gap above screen door at back of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -cardboard box of onions, potatoes on floor in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. -operator will remove.
- From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -15 lb propane tank used in kitchen.
Jan 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -rice 81 noodles 61, both cooling 6 hours per operator.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -rice cooling 6 hours per operator in large bowl, covered, in reach in cooler 81°. Noodles cooling 6 hours per operator 61°. Operator discarded.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee pulled gloves out of box without washing hands. Advised.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs above ketchup in glass door cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -sour cream, kabob sauce in counter top cooler. -large bowl of cooked rice 81 -noodles 61
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -portion cups of sour cream and kabob sauce in countertop cooler 80°. Unit not working.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -rinsing towel in hand wash sink in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -for quat 3 compartment sink. Unable to locate.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -no method of testing new hot water saniting machine.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -operator added dish machine.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -1 employee cooking, past 60 days.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. -unable to measure below 50°.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -gap above screen door at back of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -cardboard box of onions, potatoes on floor in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. -operator will remove.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. -15 lb propane tank used in kitchen.
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. -2 small flying insects near front counter. Both removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs on shelf above milk in reach in cooler. -raw chicken over unwashed lettuce in reach in cooler. Operator rearranging coolers, provided handout on safe storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -meat thawing in hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator removed.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. -provided printed form to operator, will have all employees read and sign.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -blue liquid in spray bottle in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under cooking equipment, under shelves.
Food stored on floor. -case of onions. Operator placed on bread rack.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -missing from glass door cooler with shell eggs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled. -glass door reach in cooler interior soiled. -interior of oven
Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of to go containers on floor in hallway.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -meat thawing at room temperature. Food should be thawed in the refrigerator or under running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -bulk flour, corn flour not labeled.
Oct 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -cook washed hands with gloves on. Advised employee that gloves must be removed, hands washed, then new gloves.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk open 2 days.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine test kit.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -in bench freezer.
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -cook washed hands with gloves on. Advised employee that gloves must be removed, hands washed, then new gloves.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -milk open 2 days.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator has no CFM for facility.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine test kit.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -in bench freezer.
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -multiple ceiling tiles in disrepair, holes. -acoustic ceiling tiles above food prep area.
Hole in or other damage to wall.-holes in wall by kitchen entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -ice build up in bench freezer, lid has broken plastic inside.
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.