Chirico Fast Food
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Chirico Fast Food eight times, with records going back to 2022. On Feb 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 13 violations to closer to nine violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Chirico Fast Food's 64 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 6ounce can of dark soy sauce on shelf in dining room Operator has put aside for credit **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. By 3 compartment sink
29-34-4
Basic - In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of glass door cooler in kitchen Shelving throughout **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout Walk in cooler shelves
22-16-4
64
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken in bins over bags of diced ham in walk in freezer. Operator switched **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. New employee of 2 weeks not on form Operator had him sign **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. By back door Both restrooms Operator fixed **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens room
32-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In all bins of flour, sugar and cornstarch **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
58
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Employee drink cup in sink in kitchen Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in flour Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Peeling over shelves 3 compartment sink
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottles of 2 liter bottles in dining area
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Mattress, tire and cabinets Shared dumpster with plaza. Dumpster located by an apartment complex **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwash sink prep area Shelves over 3 compartment sink Vents in hood **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Glass door cooler Bottom of make table **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back door
35B-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Diced ham and cooked pork in walk in cooler Operator covered **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In prep area
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Prep area Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle in sugar Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
47
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Items in reach in freezer in thank you bags. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Trays of shelled eggs stored on top shelf of walk in cooler over all cooked items. Raw chicken over bags of diced ham in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board cookline Can opener holder **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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. Newest employee did not sign Operator had employee sign **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in bins Of flour, msg, sugar and corn starch Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water on prep table by walk in refrigerator Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee cooking egg rolls
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between fryers and prep table. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwashing sink prep area Vents in hood Shelves in prep area for storage of clean dishes **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chicken and egg rolls in walk in cooler Operator covered **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In prep area Operator threw away **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour, corn starch and sugar Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
35
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
37
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands. Establishment serves a highly susceptible population. Employee peeling plantains with bare hands. Manager explained must wear gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
09-03-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs on top shelf of walk in cooler over cooked chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Gave operator a copy. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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. Gave operator a copy and he filled out along with employees.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves in kitchen where to go containers on.
22-31-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water in prep area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones by handwashing sink in kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Ham in freezer.
08B-47-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
35
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Domingo
53B-14-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Mens bathroom **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment.manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens and women **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dish and storage **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chirico Fast Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chirico Fast Food on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chirico Fast Food?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chirico Fast Food.
How does Chirico Fast Food compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Chirico Fast Food most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Chirico Fast Food's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chirico Fast Food have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chirico Fast Food 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 Chirico Fast Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chirico Fast Food is inspected around two times per year on average.
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