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HARMONY TEA SHOPPE

12301 LAKE UNDERHILL RD STE 121, Orlando FL 32828 · 407.966.0001

Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5815494
Grade history
JUL 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2-3 live flying insects inside the reach-in cooler front area because there was a left over fruit been there for long time causing flies and smell bad. Next routine inspection per supervisor. Operation cleaned the cooler.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishments using laundry detergent for sanitizer. Operator went out and bought the right sanitizer chlorine.
High priority/22-48-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs stored over raw tuna at the reach-in cooler back area. Operator switch it.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand sink back area blocked with a big trash can. Operator removed it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumbed sanitizer water at the employee hand sink back area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee hand sink back area. Operator added the paper towels to the machine.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing sanitizer no label.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinse dishes without sanitizer.
Basic/16-13-5
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce stored on floor back area.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spoons stored in standing water 74f.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect control device installed over a prep table have a rice cooker on it.
Basic/35B-02-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go juice cup stored on floor back area. Operator moved to the shelf.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables stored over milk at the reach-in cooler. Operator switch it.
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor.
Basic/21-38-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cheese cream powder no label back of the house at the storage area. Operator label it.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate6 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 octopus stored with ready to eat foods in reach in freezer
High priority/08A-02-6/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -raw salmon thawed in ROP packaging with instructions to remove
High priority/01B-13-4
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4
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.
Basic/12B-12-5
Employee eating while preparing food.
Basic/12B-01-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee bags on food product boxes in dry storage next to mop sink
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. -multiple boxes of single service items stored on floor
Basic/25-05-4
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 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. At the reach-in freezer,Raw Octopus stored on top of noodle, raw tuna stored on top soybeans,raw shrimp stored on top of ice cream.
High priority/08A-02-6/Warning
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. No time mark for boba or sushi rice.
High priority/03F-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the wrong spot had to be at the hose side.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer 200+++ Operator fix it second check 100 ppm
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Crab salad at the menu from imitation crab. Harmony classic have crab stick from imitation crab. Operator add k instead of c at the menu while I conducting my inspection.
Intermediate/52-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Provided the list of the aproved training via email.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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 a form via email for employee health agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided a form to operator via email.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bad stored at the bottom of make table front area.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed dishes without sanitizer only wash and rinse.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Brown rice -sugar-salt -cream-dry fruit stored on floor back of the house.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in freezer back of the house.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go bag and bowls stored on floor back of the house.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2-3 live flying insects inside the reach-in cooler front area because there was a left over fruit been there for long time causing flies and smell bad. Next routine inspection per supervisor. Operation cleaned the cooler.
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Front area coming from the front cooler being not clean for a long time.
Basic/36-64-5
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front area inside the reach-in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4
Jul 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Front counter.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cover Whey protein powder.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. The drawers at front area.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Basic/21-38-4/Warning
Apr 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
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/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Admin Complaint
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.No test strips for chlorine sanitizer
Intermediate/16-37-1/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Handles on reach in coolers and cooling drawers.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Soiled floor under front counter.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Chips case stored on floor by front counter.
Basic/08B-47-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.Reach in coolers and cooling drawers at front counter have debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Return visit Apr 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.

0 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Intermediate/11-27-4
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/
Intermediate/53A-07-6
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.No test strips for chlorine sanitizer
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Handles on reach in coolers and cooling drawers.
Basic/23-24-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.On measuring cups.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Soiled floor under front counter.
Basic/36-73-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Chips case stored on floor by front counter.
Basic/08B-47-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.Reach in coolers and cooling drawers at front counter have debris.
Basic/22-16-4

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.