KING EXPRESS
2225 W OAKRIDGE RD, Orlando FL 32809 · (407)854-7899
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
APR 25
NOV 25
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach by back exit door. Operator immediately killed and discarded
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017000969 | Dec 29, 2016 | Feb 1, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Near dry storage area
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Cold water. Sink located across from triple sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
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Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.aluminum pans. Staff turned over.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Pork. Educated management.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Chicken feet and other items in the freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on the walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind equipment in walk-in cooler
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop inside ice machine. Manager removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In make table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk in cooler and ceiling
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
- 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.
Nov 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Pork. Educated management.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Chicken feet and other items in the freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on the walk-in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind equipment in walk-in cooler
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop inside ice machine. Manager removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In make table
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk in cooler and ceiling
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Equipment in poor repair. -Door to walk in freezer doesn't completely close -Microwave interior chipped in back storage
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Walk in cooler and freezer - under cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Inter of microwave -Interior of smoker
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -In between fryers -Floor fan
Open dumpster lid.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. To back exit door
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Prep cooler unused
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach by back exit door. Operator immediately killed and discarded
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 70F raw beef. Cold holding in kitchen. Over 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 70F raw beef. Cold holding in kitchen. Over 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately discarded
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink in back kitchen had Drink snd egg in basin. Operator immediately removed
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Personnel food on to go containers. Operator immediately removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee Phone against togo containers. Operator immediately removed
Equipment in poor repair. -Door to walk in freezer doesn't completely close -Microwave interior chipped in back storage
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Walk in cooler and freezer - under cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Inter of microwave -Interior of smoker
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -In between fryers -Floor fan
Open dumpster lid.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. To back exit door
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Prep cooler unused
Oct 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cambro Lid
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan soiled with dust build up.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal out of order covered with plastic bag.
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shell eggs in box with lettuce.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Tha Vily 05-09-19
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cambro Lid
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan soiled with dust build up.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal out of order covered with plastic bag.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner 409 on shelf with single service cups.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid on rice cambro is broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of grease trap, grease and food debris. Large fan on front counter dust build up.
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Closure broken.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back door.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal covered with plastic bag.
Aug 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 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.
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bag on shelf with plates.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers on clean storage rack
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid on cambro bulk rice container cracked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Old food debris walk in cooler rack.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Reach in cooler in back of 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.