Chicanes
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Chicanes eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about 11 violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Sebring restaurants. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
74
May 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - 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. Observed their dish machine at 0ppm chlorine. Operator called and order a work order for it. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw fish stored over bottle water in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-11-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked ham in the walk in cooler. Operator removed the ham. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 4 live roaches on the floor of the cook line. Operator killed and sanitized the area. Operator states and was able to show a receipt for a recent Orkin treatment for the issues. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee use a hand sink to fill a bucket. Operator informed them of its proper use. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed debris build up on top of the dish machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on the floor of their cook line. Operator started to clean some of them. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on top of an f above food prep areas in the kitchen. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
43
Dec 27, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee take a drink in food prep area, without handwashing, operator had him wash hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hard shell eggs over ready to eat bread in walk in freezer, operator moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee touch his pants without changing his gloves.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker mop sink out back. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board in the prep table in the kitchen near the swinging doors soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at the handwashing sink in the back of kitchen by the bread, operator changed out. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees are expired, that were working.
53B-14-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in storage area containers of risotto rice, brown sugar and flour with no labels.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee drinks in the kitchen on prep tables and shelves, operator moved all drinks to a different location. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside ice machine with mold like substance in the cracks of the guard.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking from a cup by the oven in prep area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys and cell phone on a shelve above prep table in kitchen, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed employee putting pans on shelve still wet, operator removed to air dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of panko on the floor in the storage area, operator put on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at the handwashing sink in the bar area.
31B-04-4
26
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - 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. Observed sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator changed to new sanitizer bucket and corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
29-34-4
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. Operator pulled form from safe staff books and had each employee sign and date form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed ed pans nested while wet. Operator removed and placed to air dry. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates and bowls stored on rack near back door not inverted or protected.
24-05-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting unwashed potatoes.Operator stopped production and had potatoes washed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
55
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed house dressings (47F - Cold Holding); cream (44F - Cold Holding) ambient temperature in unit at 44F. All foods moved to another cooler and maintenance was called to service unit.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed unit 2 with thermometer reading 35F and ambient air at 44F. Maintenance was called for cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black material lodged in crevices of slicer at prep area.
22-02-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector emailed handout during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed glue from labels still on cleaned dishes.
16-46-4
47
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicanes last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicanes on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicanes?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chicanes.
How does Chicanes compare to other restaurants in Sebring?
Chicanes most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sebring average of 74.
Has Chicanes' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chicanes have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chicanes 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 Chicanes inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicanes is inspected around three times per year on average.
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