Chimento's Spaghetti House

1110 New York Ave, St. Cloud, FL 34769
Italian
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
67
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Chimento's Spaghetti House has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around seven violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average St. Cloud facility scores 84, putting Chimento's Spaghetti House on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
55
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over block of mozzarella at reach in fridge in storage room
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap in the interior of ice machine in stock room
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank not secured at front counter and CO2 tanks at storage room
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks stored on bottom shelf of prep table next to clean dishes
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food prep with out a hat or hair net
13-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of pasta stored on floor at dry storage room
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in direct contact with sugar and bread crumbs **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in chest freezer stored in dining room unlocked
08B-63-4
58
Aug 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw steak stored over pasta at pizza station reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two clear spray bottles above triple sink not labeled
41-17-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting boards throughout kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food prep without hair nets or hats
13-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen next to ice machine
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout facility
36-11-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Brownie pudding,cheesecake cup and tiramisu only has date,at glass fridge in dining area for grab and go
02D-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by hand wash sink on bottom of fridge
22-16-4
50
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 4lbs of cooked shrimp temping at 46F. Per operator it was in small black reach in fridge overnight.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 4lbs of cooked shrimp temping at 46F. Per operator it was in small black reach in fridge overnight.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at salad station on cooks line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear chemical in spray bottle not labeled
41-17-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door located by ice machine
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout kitchen
36-11-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over back door leading outside to mop sink
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Salad station make table has door (right side)does not seal when closed
14-11-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At front counter **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. White flap located at interior of ice machine **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Chest freezer in dining room not locked accessible to the public **Repeat Violation**
08B-37-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line across from salad station
22-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler by front counter
14-17-4
39
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
61
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade moderately soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-05-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters moderately soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board appears dark and grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
33-23-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Wallet on ice tea dispenser.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Proofer at back of facility with ripped gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Grab n go desserts need minimal labeling. Name where pavkaged, address, phone number and date packaged.
02D-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Advised remix **Corrected On-Site**
16-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chimento's Spaghetti House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chimento's Spaghetti House on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chimento's Spaghetti House?

Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chimento's Spaghetti House.

How does Chimento's Spaghetti House compare to other restaurants in St. Cloud?

Chimento's Spaghetti House most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Cloud average of 84.

Has Chimento's Spaghetti House's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chimento's Spaghetti House have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chimento's Spaghetti House 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 Chimento's Spaghetti House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chimento's Spaghetti House is inspected around two times per year on average.