Asian Chao
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
58
Score
Asian Chao appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. On Feb 19, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “wet wiping cloth not stored”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average Lutz facility scores 79, putting Asian Chao on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs above cooked chicken in walk in cooler, operator removed the chicken to top of shelf
08A-05-6
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found One live fly in mop sink. Operator killed it and sanitized mop sink area
35A-02-7
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under cooking range
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven interior soiled and grease buildup.
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed choking poster to operator.
51-13-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cut unwashed red pepper, discussed with operator and he washed red pepper properly and discarded cut pepper
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth not in sanitizing solution, operator removed it to sanitize bucket
21-12-4
58
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board soiled and stained
22-02-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed 509-213 form to operator
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in reach in cooler
05-09-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting yellow peppers without washing. Operator told employees washed yellow peppers and cut. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep counter. Operator removed it **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. AC vents soiled
36-34-5
70
Apr 22, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches under stove warmers on cooks line. 1 dead roach under reach in cooler. 1 dead roach by back kitchen door 2 dead in roach trap on cash register area 1 dead in cabinet under soda machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-06: 1 dead roach under three compartment sink employee removed dead roach and sanitized the area. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White board on prep line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-06: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
90
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches under the hand washing prep/three compartment sink. 1 live roach on walll by reach in cooler and oven area. 1 live roach under reach in cooler on wheel cook line. 1 live roach under flat top grill. 5 live roachs in roach trap on service line steam table areas. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Above quaternary 200-400 ppm remade solution to 200 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Buffet line manager restock. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Management cleaned rim of machine **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White board on prep line. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches under stove warmers on cooks line. 1 dead roach under reach in cooler. 1 dead roach by back kitchen door 2 dead in roach trap on cash register area 1 dead in cabinet under soda machine. **Warning**
35A-03-4
58
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in still water. operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth by drink station.Operator moved wet wiping towel **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
82
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
61
Feb 23, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm. Manager fixed to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen and began handling clean equipment before washing hands. Discussed with manager. Manager had employee wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-16-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At prep cooler liquid eggs (50F - Cold Holding) Manager moved to walk in cooler to chill. Recheck 48F **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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.
11-26-1
58
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. <10ppm chlorine. Manager fixed to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm. Manager fixed to 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Asian Chao last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Asian Chao on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Asian Chao?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Asian Chao.
How does Asian Chao compare to other restaurants in Lutz?
Asian Chao most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Lutz average of 79.
Has Asian Chao's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Asian Chao have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Asian Chao means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Asian Chao inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Asian Chao is inspected around three times per year on average.
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