CHICO'S CHICKEN
304 OCOEE-APOPKA RD., Ocoee FL 34761 · 478-442-3193
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 3 lbs rice in reach in cooler 54-56° overnight per operator.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Self serve items in lobby.
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. 3 lbs rice in reach in cooler overnight per operator.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. For marinating chicken.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Self serve items in lobby.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 3 lbs rice in reach in cooler 54-56° overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef, chicken, 44-46 in reach in cooler. Operator intends to move product to effective refrigerator for temperature recovery.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Tested over 200ppm chlorine, rechecked 100 ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen, items in sink basin.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One on rack in kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On top of reach in on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans in warewash area.
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee touching dirty dishes with gloves on and rinsed off gloves in hand sink in ware wash area. Then proceeded to touch clean dishes coached operator on proper hand washing procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee removed utensils in hand sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In prep area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach in coolers on cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. All employees put on hairnets during inspection.
Dec 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Ice in hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Paper towel at hand sink. Operator replaced
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. under microwave on cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of microwave under prep table in side prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in freezer under microwave on cook line -air filters on ice machine
Dec 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over fries in freezer. Operator removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw beef in cooler. Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Small prep cooler Raw Bacon, sour cream, shred lettuce, mozzarella, queso fresco, pico, cut tomatoes, 45-54F cold holding less than 4hrs per operator. Operator moved to other cooler for temp recovery
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Hot cabinet, grilled chicken, rice 114-122F hot holding less than 4hrs per operator. Operator put in freezer to cool and store overnight. Advised to cool to 41F within 4hrs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Ice in hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Paper towel at hand sink. Operator replaced
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. under microwave on cook line
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -Boxed oil floor. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Interior of microwave under prep table in side prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in freezer under microwave on cook line -air filters on ice machine
Feb 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. corn (115F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours. placed on stove to reheat.; fired chicken (120F - Hot Holding) Less than 4 hours
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Bib over prep sink.
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. Signed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl for flour. Manager removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager Changed tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine
Food stored on floor. Rice and other items from delivery 4 hours ago. staff to pick it up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In limes. Staff stood up tongs.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in cooler doors. Unit next to ice machine.
Light not functioning. Hood
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with stickers in bin with cut limes. Manager discarded limes and removed stickers and washed avocado.
Feb 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicos cooler: Coleslaw, lettuce, horchata 46-58F, over 4hrs per operator. Operator removed to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw bacon in prep cooler 50F less than 4hrs per operator. Advised to move to other cooler for temperature recovery Chicos cooler: Coleslaw, lettuce, horchata 46-58F, over 4hrs per operator. Operator removed to be discarded. Cheese, milk, cut tomatoes, salsa, eggs,; (46-58 F - Cold Holding) in same cooler less than 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately moved to other cooler for temperature recovery
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot box: rice, chicken; (99-110F - Hot Holding) less than 4hrs per operator. Advised to reheat to 165F for temperature recovery
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 sugar container.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sani bucket on top of chest freezer with frozen food inside. Operator immediately removed
Jan 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. corn (115F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours. placed on stove to reheat.; fired chicken (120F - Hot Holding) Less than 4 hours
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Bib over prep sink.
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 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. Signed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl for flour. Manager removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager Changed tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine
Food stored on floor. Rice and other items from delivery 4 hours ago. staff to pick it up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In limes. Staff stood up tongs.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in cooler doors. Unit next to ice machine.
Light not functioning. Hood
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with stickers in bin with cut limes. Manager discarded limes and removed stickers and washed avocado.
Nov 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. corn (115F - Hot Holding) less than 4 hours. placed on stove to reheat.; fired chicken (120F - Hot Holding) Less than 4 hours
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Bib over prep sink.
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 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. Signed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl for flour. Manager removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager Changed tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Near mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine
Food stored on floor. Rice and other items from delivery 4 hours ago. staff to pick it up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In limes. Staff stood up tongs.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach in cooler doors. Unit next to ice machine.
Light not functioning. Hood
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with stickers in bin with cut limes. Manager discarded limes and removed stickers and washed avocado.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Touched Trashcan with gloved hands and then placed items in microwave.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager added towel.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. All of equipment
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room near mop sink. Manager chained tanks.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout kitchen area. Cup on top of plastic wrap dispenser..
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup on top of plastic wrap dispenser..
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on plastic wrap dispenser. Manager removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 130F in steam table. Manager turned temperature up on table to heat water.
Reach-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
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