EMPIRE SZECHUAN
341 N ORANGE AVE, Orlando FL 32801 · 407-839-1236
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over pork in walk in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,680
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017029422 | May 2, 2017 | Jul 18, 2017 | $1,200 |
| 4--2017008487 | Jan 3, 2017 | Mar 9, 2017 | $1,080 |
| 4--2015014609 | Feb 3, 2015 | Apr 27, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Shell eggs over onions in prep cooler. operator removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken and out of original package over ready to eat pea and carrots In reach in freezer. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On line. Operator replaced
No soap provided at handwash sink. At both hand sink. Operator replaced
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both bathrooms
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In pork. Operator removed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks over prep table. Operator removed
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil on floor. Operator removed
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In between hand sink and prep table. Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fan cover on wall connected to reach in freezers -unused can opener
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Cut jug used for scooping. Operator discarded
Screen in door torn/in poor repair Back exit screen dor has holes
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Mixer in back storage, can opener, and salamander on cook line
Jan 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken out of its original packaging over peas and pork in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat onions in prep cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over pork in walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of water in hand sink on line Food debris in hand sink on line. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On line
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In rice and pork. Operator removed both
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn in frint counter cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bucket of soup on floor
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 3 5lb cans of hoisin sauce.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat in onions in prep cooler. Operator immediately corrected
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler -raw chicken over raw beef in reach in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Multiple raw foods over other raw foods not in original packaging not stored based on minimum cooking temperature in back freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Operator immediately removed to be cleaned
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In chicken, rice, pork, egg roll containers. Operator immediately removed
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Next to fryer. Heavily soiled with grease
Ceiling tile missing. -Ceiling tile out of place by back exit door. Operator immediately put in place
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. under fryer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In between prep tables. Operator immediately removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of salamander -sides of fryer -containers on storage rack moldy. Operator immediately removed to be cleaned
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Chicken thawing in standing water in triple sink. Immediately tuned on cool running water
Dec 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shrimp over onions in prep cooler. Operator immediately moved
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Immediately corrected -Raw chicken over raw beef in prep table. Operator immediately removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in freezer both out of their original packaging. Operator immediately corrected
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cookline
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator had hot water at hand sink on cook line turned off. He immediately turned on
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On Both prep tables
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack and jacket in hand sink in back kitchen. Operator immediately removed
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between handsink and prep table. Operator immediately removed
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing standing water. Immediately turned on water
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shrimp over onions in prep cooler. Operator immediately moved
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Immediately corrected -Raw chicken over raw beef in prep table. Operator immediately removed
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in reach in freezer both out of their original packaging. Operator immediately corrected
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cook noodles, pork, shrimp, eggs,cabbage (45-60F - Cold Holding) less than 4hrs per operator. Advised operator to immediately put on ice bath for temperature recovery
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cookline
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator had hot water at hand sink on cook line turned off. He immediately turned on
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On Both prep tables
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee backpack and jacket in hand sink in back kitchen. Operator immediately removed
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between handsink and prep table. Operator immediately removed
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing standing water. Immediately turned on water
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken out of its original packaging Over packaged shrimp in freezer. Rawbeef Beef out of it original packaging over veggies dumplings
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop onion in walk in cooler bowl used to scoop pork in reach in cooler by front counter
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on both prep table coolers
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing Bracelet
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in second prep cooler on cook line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Corn starch container cracked lid
Food stored on floor. Bowl of Chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corn starch potato starch and sugar containers
Jan 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Operator immediately removed to be cleaned
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In steak container steak
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on both prep table coolers
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bottle of pills on shelf above prep table
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket in cooler by front kitchen corner area
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lids for cornstarch and flour
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between hand sink and prep table
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing on side of 3bay sink. Operator immediately moved to walk in cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from original packaging over squid and scallops in reach in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents
Jul 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from original packaging over squid and scallops in reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg roles, Ho fun noodles, cooked pork, raw beef, cabbage all 44F-46F in walk in cooler. Operator adjusted temperature in Walk in cooler. Make table reach in cooler on cook line chicken, shrimp, noodles, pork, mixed vegetables, eggs temperature range 44F-49F. Advised operator to put on time plan or put items on ice
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. Cooked chicken holding on time plan 1hour per operator. Operator put time on chicken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in kitchen by dry storage shelf blocked with wires and cables
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop rice
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing at room temperature for 1 hour per operator. Operator moved to walk in cooler
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