Chayote Barrio Kitchen

480 N Orlando Ave Ste C134, Winter Park, FL 32789
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chayote Barrio Kitchen has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Chayote Barrio Kitchen was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Winter Park average 83, so Chayote Barrio Kitchen trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used hand wash sink to Cool down noodles at cook line. Used hand wash sink to dump ice at bar.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chlorine spray bottle with no label at dish area. Operator placed label during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under dishwasher
29-11-4
78
Jul 9, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by racks next to dish area **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cook line hand wash sink **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottle with no label at dish area **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Food containers in walk in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag over food container at cook line Employee bag over clean utensils at dish area **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
67
Dec 27, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked Beans in walk in cooler. Per operator cooling overnight 50F
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler in cook line. Bife, ribs, chicken carrots, lamb, mash potatoes and yellow rice temperature 68-70F Cooked beans in walk in cooler 50F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler in cook line Bife, ribs, chicken carrots, lamb, mash potatoes and yellow rice temperature 68-70F per operator overnight
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked with containers next to 3 compartment sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to cook line and bar handwash sink**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Cook line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator using ROP for different proteins **Warning**
03G-50-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sani bottle with no label in dish area **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
39
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter kept at room temperature for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 62F Placed in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer on hand sink at bar
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna tartar not identified as raw in brunch menu **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For quat sanitizer No high temperature test strips or high temperature thermometer for high temp machine
16-37-1
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at bar
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatula kept in standing water with temperature of 72F
10-07-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored over the pastry station.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Multiple cooks preparing items while wearing a bracelet and watches. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting in plastic container located in rack
24-08-4
35
Oct 13, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chayote Barrio Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chayote Barrio Kitchen on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chayote Barrio Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chayote Barrio Kitchen.

How does Chayote Barrio Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Winter Park?

Chayote Barrio Kitchen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Park average of 83.

Has Chayote Barrio Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chayote Barrio Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chayote Barrio Kitchen 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 Chayote Barrio Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chayote Barrio Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.