407 Chef BBQ
Last inspected: Jan 13, 2026
86
Score
407 Chef BBQ has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
“Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Orlando restaurant scores 79. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -bananas on floor in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. -some ceiling tiles in kitchen
36-30-4
86
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth or easily cleanable **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in walk next to mop sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear side door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear side door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-20: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
78
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw shell egg over unwashed produce **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -multiple items in white chest freezer not in food safe bag **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - 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. -all employees that do not possess a food manager **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth or easily cleanable **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -hotel pans in storage area **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee hair restraint does not keep all hair secure **Warning**
13-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear side door **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -container holding raw chicken in reach in cooler in kitchen **Warning**
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in walk next to mop sink **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -tong handle in contact with cut cabbage in small Pepsi cooler in kitchen **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear side door **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. **Warning**
33-34-4
37
May 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen area soiled
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
78
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Through the kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White Cutting boards on prep line **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen and back area. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on prep line.
22-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. One light bulb under the hood on cooks line
36-62-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Small reach in in kitchen area.
14-33-4
74
Dec 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
58
Jun 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Dec 22, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Red cutting board in preparation table in the kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Located at back of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled at cook line. Soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at back of the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in reach in cooler next to hot holding unit in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues located at the back of the kitchen.
22-16-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 407 Chef BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 407 Chef BBQ on file is from Jan 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 407 Chef BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at 407 Chef BBQ.
How does 407 Chef BBQ compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
407 Chef BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has 407 Chef BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 407 Chef BBQ have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 407 Chef BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is 407 Chef BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 407 Chef BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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