TAIWAN EXPRESS
3601 COLUMBIA ST, Orlando FL 32805 · 4072861436
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
APR 26
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Total = 120 Rodent droppings 40 rodent under triple sink 35 rodent droppings under the cook line 25 rodent droppings under the prep table 20 rodent droppings on the side of the reach in coolers.
★ 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--2026013457 | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 23, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken wings over RTE sauce in walk in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at cook line
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and egg rolls in walk in cooler. Per operator prepared on Tuesday
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Both hand wash sink shut off. Operator turned on during inspection
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Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Equipment in poor repair. White reach in cooler at front counter. No tcs foods available
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer Both white chest freezers
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs not working at hood system
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled vent covers in walk in cooler
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table at cook line
Stored food not covered. Fries and dumplings in chest freezer
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at both hand wash sinks
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and msg containers at prep station
Apr 24, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl in hand sink on cooks line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cooks line.
No running water at mop sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line hand sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic tropicana orange juice containers with no handle used to scoop flour and corn starch.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Multiple prep shelves throughout facility and walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Above glass reach in cooler and front counter by portable ac unit.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean trays, rolling racks and cooking pans stored in restroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment on cooks line, and all prep table counters throughout facility.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cooks line.
Water leaking from faucet. Hand sink located next to triple sink.
Apr 22, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Total = 120 Rodent droppings 40 rodent under triple sink 35 rodent droppings under the cook line 25 rodent droppings under the prep table 20 rodent droppings on the side of the reach in coolers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl in hand sink on cooks line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cooks line.
No running water at mop sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line hand sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Facility has no running water. Employee called operator and turned on water.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic tropicana orange juice containers with no handle used to scoop flour and corn starch.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Multiple prep shelves throughout facility and walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Above glass reach in cooler and front counter by portable ac unit.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean trays, rolling racks and cooking pans stored in restroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment on cooks line, and all prep table counters throughout facility.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cooks line.
Water leaking from faucet. Hand sink located next to triple sink.
Feb 20, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic tropicana orange juice containers with no handle used to scoop flour and corn starch.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler on cooks line.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Multiple prep shelves throughout facility and walk in cooler.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean trays, rolling racks and cooking pans stored in restroom.
Drain cover(s) missing. At 3 compartment sink
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment on cooks line, and all prep table counters throughout facility.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink by 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, msg, and flour not labeled
Feb 17, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent droppings inside hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink. 4 rodent topping underneath prep table holding rice cooker. 2 rodent droppings underneath prep table holding container of sugar flour. Over 100 rodent droppings underneath cook line. 25 rodent droppings underneath 3 compartment sink. 25 rodent droppings behind reach in white chest freezer. 13 rodent dropping by reach in chest freezer at facilities exit door 10 rodent droppings inside hand wash restroom. =170 rodent droppings total.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl in hand sink on cooks line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cooks line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Cooks line hand sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic tropicana orange juice containers with no handle used to scoop flour and corn starch.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler on cooks line.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Multiple prep shelves throughout facility and walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Above soda reach in cooler, and above prep table reach in cooler.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean trays, rolling racks and cooking pans stored in restroom.
Drain cover(s) missing. At 3 compartment sink
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cooks line heavily soiled with grease.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Underneath 3 compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on prep table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment on cooks line, and all prep table counters throughout facility.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cooks line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink by 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, msg, and flour not labeled
Jul 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cardboard used to line and soak grease from chicken in reach in cooler by fryers.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken wings over soy sauce in walk in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By fryers.
No person in charge present during hours of operation.
No soap provided at handwash sink. By fryers.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on hot water.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic orange juice container bowl in flour, and sugar underneath prep table by 3 compartment sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Above drink cooler at front service counter.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean trays, and cooking pans stored in restroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, side of fryers, and behind cooking equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout facility.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hws faucet by 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, msg, and flour not labeled.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cardboard used to line and soak grease in reach in cooler chicken containers.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Restroom hws blocked with rolling cart with single service items. Bowl in hws by fryers.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By double fryers.
No person in charge present during hours of operation.
No soap provided at handwash sink. By double fryers.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic orange juice container bowl in flour, and sugar underneath prep table by 3 compartment sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In walk in cooler.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Clean tray cooking pans stored in restroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, side of fryers, and behind cooking equipment.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink turned off by 3 compartment sink. Operator turned hot water on.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking water from facet by 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Stored on top of cutting board.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, msg, and flour not labeled.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Orange juice container to scoop flour.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mixing bowl in hand-wash sink. Operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand-wash station next to fryers.
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 to operator. Employees signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand-wash station next to fryers.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Single service trays stored in restroom. Operator removed.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Tongs stored in frozen fries.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Egg rolls in pomegranate box.q
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Old orange juice containers used to scoop flour.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cabbage (57F - Cold Holding); eggs cracked (57F - Cold Holding). Less than 4 hours in make table. Manager moved to walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl in sink next to fryer. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to fryer
No soap provided at handwash sink.next to fryer.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk-in cooler
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Single service trays stored in restroom. Rice stored on floor in bathroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Make table on cook line doesn't work. Storing time controlled foods.
Food stored on floor. Rice stored in bathroom on floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Tongs in frozen fries
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in pot of water 72F
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On make table
Dec 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp and raw chicken on shelves over containers of soy sauce in walk in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Tin can used as scoop in dry rice container
Food stored on floor. Containers of soy sauce on the floor in walk in cooler
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon for rice in water at 86f
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Debris build up in reach in cooler at cook line, gaskets debris build up
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooler across from wok station
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. No self closing devices on bathroom door
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Dec 19, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp and raw chicken on shelves over containers of soy sauce in walk in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
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. Hand sink at cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Tin can used as scoop in dry rice container
Food stored on floor. Containers of soy sauce on the floor in walk in cooler
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon for rice in water at 86f
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Debris build up in reach in cooler at cook line, gaskets debris build up
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooler across from wok station
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. No self closing devices on bathroom door
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Oct 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate18 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp and raw chicken on shelves over containers of soy sauce in walk in cooler
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. Provided form
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowls in basin of both hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
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. Provided form
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Tin can used as scoop in dry rice container
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Hand wash cloth used on top of cooked rice
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryers
Food stored in a prohibited area. Canned foods and bags of starch stored in bathroom at facility. Facility only has one restroom
Food stored on floor. Containers of soy sauce on the floor in walk in cooler
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Beef thawing in container in 1st compartment of 3 compartment sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in large chest freezer in back
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon for rice in water at 86f
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave and toaster oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Heavy grease build up on shelf over woks at cook line Heavy grease build up on Hood system, filters clean. Grease build up on side of fryers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Debris build up in reach in cooler at cook line, gaskets debris build up
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooler across from wok station
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.. Screen door for back kitchen exit door has openings/holes in screen. Main back door opened and screen door in use while facility is open and operating at this time. No vermin observed at this time
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. No self closing devices on bathroom door
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in cooler across from woks
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment is not accessible due to buckets, hose, bags stored in basin of sink up to faucet of sink person in charge states the mop water is discarded outside in grass area
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.