ZEN DUMPLING
423 N ALAFAYA TRL, Orlando FL 32828
Last inspected Apr 24, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
JUL 23
FEB 25
APR 25
AUG 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork at the walk-in cooler. Operator switch it.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2020041436 | Jun 29, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 | $160 |
| 4--2018010438 | Dec 19, 2017 | Mar 12, 2018 | $400 |
| 4--2016038319 | Jun 24, 2016 | Aug 31, 2016 | $400 |
| 4--2015054564 | Oct 22, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Operator replaced the chlorine buckets and second check 50 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork at the walk-in cooler. Operator switch it.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment Cook fried chicken didn't know what temperature for cooking either chicken or beef.
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only observed 7 certification out of 38 employees.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. At the employee hand sink prep area back of the house.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemicals not labeled at prep area.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go soup containers used as scoop at the rice.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at prep area next to customer food and other employee drinking at the prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bottle of drink and energy drink stored next to clean equipment kitchen area. Operator removed it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Chicken containers stored on floor under the 3 compartment sink. Operator removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Raw shell eggs boxes used as liner at the prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken stored in standing water at room temperature. Operator replaced it under cold running water.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed limes stored over clean and pealed ginger at the walk-in cooler. Operator switch it.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked with 2 big trash can.
Aug 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Second check 50 ppm.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed employee with anail polish touching scooping ice without a gloves on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using cup without handle to fill the cup with ice. Observed plastic containers without handle used as portion for the dry rice. Observed plastic containers without handle used as portion for the gelatin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water stored on top of dishwasher.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking at the make table station.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored on top of customer food at the walk-in cooler without any identification as employee food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bottle of water stored next to naking powder at the storage shelves.
Food stored on floor. Multiple boxes of food stored on floor at the walk-in freezer.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cut green onion before washed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout kitchen equipment.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reused eggs boxes as liner.
Stored food not covered. Most of the dumplings at the reach-in one door freezer at the kitchen not covered.
- From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked with trash can and a lot of boxes.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Second check 50 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork stored on top of bell pepper at the walk-in freezer.
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 stored on top of raw beef burger at the walk-in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Small cooler facing the steamer; cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding); baby ribs pork (49F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken nuggets (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding) garlic in oil (73F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Small cooler facing the steamer; cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding); baby ribs pork (49F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken nuggets (49F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding) garlic in oil (73F - Cold Holding)
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed employee with anail polish touching scooping ice without a gloves on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed employee using cup without handle to fill the cup with ice. Observed plastic containers without handle used as portion for the dry rice. Observed plastic containers without handle used as portion for the gelatin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water stored on top of dishwasher.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking at the make table station.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored on top of customer food at the walk-in cooler without any identification as employee food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bottle of water stored next to naking powder at the storage shelves.
Food stored on floor. Multiple boxes of food stored on floor at the walk-in freezer.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Bottom of make table.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cut green onion before washed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout kitchen equipment.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reused eggs boxes as liner.
Stored food not covered. Most of the dumplings at the reach-in one door freezer at the kitchen not covered.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked with trash can and a lot of boxes.
Apr 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored on top of ground beef and beef steak at the walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee hand sink next to the exit door.Blocked with a food cart. Operator removed it.
No soap provided at handwash sink. The employee hand sink at the kitchen the one next to the stove. Operator provided some.
employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee bottle of water at the bottom of make table. Operator discarded it.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. White plastic container without handle used as scoop at the sugar and the MSG. Operator discarded it.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor so sticky throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Chicken Sauce bucket stored on floor back of the house and fryer oil stored on floor at the kitchen. Operator removed it.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door left open. Operator close it
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Observed employee manually doing dishes only wash and rinse no sanitizer. Operator take all the dishwasher to run to dishwasher and spoke to dishwasher person.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen area.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed black beans-salsa-avocado smashed and more ready to eat at the walk-in cooler with no label,operator stated it's from yesterday and the label machine is not working.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Bottom of make table.
Ceiling tile missing. Front area top of employee hand sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Woman restroom.
Drain cover(s) missing. Next to the chemical shelf.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under make table front area crack tiles.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall at the front house next to the kitchen door.
Light not functioning. By the hoods.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the mens restroom.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of make table.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of the make table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. No label at the sugar.
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.