CHICKPEAS FRESH MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
4200 CONROY RD UNITS N241 AND N243, Orlando FL 32839 · 407-285-4657
Last inspected Feb 11, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024050185 | Jul 9, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $300 |
| 4--2022055807 | Aug 2, 2022 | Dec 21, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lamb, chicken, beef, cut tomatoes, tzatziki, hummus, garlic, (48-51F - Cold Holding). Less than 4 hours. Implemented time as a public health control at time of.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Implemented time control.
Feb 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Cut tomatoes, garlic, hummus, tzatziki, grape leaves, cucumber salad with cut tomatoes, cooked cauliflower, eggplant in cool well - pans of gyro chicken, beef, lamb. All less than 4 hrs. No time marking
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Operator removed to be cleaned
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with plan
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of chips on floor at fruit bar
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven
Light not functioning. 1 Light out under hood sytsem
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple Cases of single service items on floor at fruit bar
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Lamb, chicken, beef, cut tomatoes, tzatziki, hummus, garlic, cooked eggplant, cooked egplant all on time control all less than 4hrs per operator.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For Lamb, chicken, beef, cut tomatoes, tzatziki, hummus, garlic, cooked eggplant, cooked egplant all on time control. Provided operator with time plan
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in fruit cooler at bar cracked
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -By mop sink area Nd under triple sink -Floor under can storage shelf -walk in Freezer floor
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Containers of food on floor in freezer -Boxed oil floor - bag n box soda on floor ( corrected on site)
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -Handle in ice container and sugar container at fruit bar
Light not functioning. under hood
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At fruit bar
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups on floor at fruit bar
Stored food not covered. Various milks at fruit bar missing caps
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Baklava at front counter
Dec 8, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Cut tomatoes, garlic, hummus, tzatziki, grape leaves, cucumber salad with cut tomatoes, cooked cauliflower, eggplant in cool well - pans of gyro chicken, beef, lamb. All less than 4 hrs. No time marking
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Operator removed to be cleaned
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with plan
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of chips on floor at fruit bar
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven
Light not functioning. 1 Light out under hood sytsem
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple Cases of single service items on floor at fruit bar
Oct 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Cut tomatoes, garlic, hummus, tzatziki, grape leaves, cucumber salad with cut tomatoes, cooked cauliflower, eggplant in cool well - pans of gyro chicken, beef, lamb. All less than 4 hrs. No time marking
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Operator removed to be cleaned
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with plan
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of chips on floor at fruit bar
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven
Light not functioning. 1 Light out under hood sytsem
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple Cases of single service items on floor at fruit bar
Jun 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Missing tiles in ceiling over 3 comp sink and walk in cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag over box of canned juices. Operator immediately removed
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Prep persons wearing Watches and bracelets
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of grape leaves on floor. (Operator immediately corrected) Buckets of pickles and turnips on floor in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in rice, and lentils containers. Operator immediately corrected
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of unused oven Sides of unused grill
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of cups and lids on floor
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Missing tiles in ceiling over 3 comp sink and walk in cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag over box of canned juices. Operator immediately removed
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Prep persons wearing Watches and bracelets
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of grape leaves on floor. (Operator immediately corrected) Buckets of pickles and turnips on floor in walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in rice, and lentils containers. Operator immediately corrected
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of unused oven Sides of unused grill
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of cups and lids on floor
Dec 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. Above ware wash area and walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer
Light not functioning. Walk in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Ware wash area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink on juice side
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups on floor in kitchen and juice bar area.
Jul 9, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
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/ 6 employees present.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. Above 3 compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above 3 compartment sink.
May 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 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 walk in back door went straight to the front line and put on gloves to start serving customers. Spoke to employee.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
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/
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/ 6 employees present.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink in front of oven
Ceiling tile missing. Above 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on counter in front of I've bin on front counter.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee on front drinking from cup no lid.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee on front service line.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above 3 compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink on front line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Ware wash area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout front line area.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tiramisu (47F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Need to add time mark to items at front counter, all items under 4 hours
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. gyro (119F - Hot Holding), flame had gone off on gyro machine, suggested rapid reheat. Retemped gyro at 170F
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter attached to mop sink no back-flow device
Can opener blade surface soiled with food debris.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink in front area
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Undated hummus, sliced Tomatoes, tzaki sauce in walk in cooler
Ceiling tile missing.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Utensils not stored handle up
Food stored on floor. Buckets of food on floor by door
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sugar
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water does not work at hand sink in back by walk in freezer
Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo containers stored on floor in back room To go bowls not inverted or protected front counter
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Triple sink hot water handle leaking
Aug 16, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Smoothie side and in kitchen
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.