Luc's Fish and Chix
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
47
Score
Going back to 2022, Luc's Fish and Chix has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
That's lower than the typical Umatilla restaurant, which scores around 84. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef patties over okra.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Corn fritter batter 70f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef patties over fish.
08A-05-6
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Flour sifter.
22-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Walk in cooler shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Shelf above hand sink. -Heavily soiled under flat grill.
23-03-4
47
Oct 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw beef over fish.
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef stored behind cheese in prep cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottle.
41-17-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Walk in cooler.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Through out kitchen.
36-27-5
55
Apr 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Raw pork stored on case of tomatoes in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -2 by handsink in kitchen.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottle. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryers.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of powdered sugar.
02D-01-5
52
Oct 17, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw beef and raw chicken stored in same container.
08A-24-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -Employee handled raw beef, changed gloves without washing hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Baked beans.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Chicken wings 47f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottle.
41-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Gator tail in standing water.
06-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters. -Under chicken refrigerator to left of fryers. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
41
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
Dec 12, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 97f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
03B-01-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of breading containers.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken.
08B-12-5
78
Mar 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Green beans.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken breast 98f. Less than 2 hours. Advised to reheat. Operator placed in refrigerator to rapid chill and cold hold chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple bottle at warewash.
41-17-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken breast in standing water.
06-01-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In side storage area. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Wooden bowl chipped. **Corrected On-Site**
14-12-4
50
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Tylenol stored over steam table. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Windex stored over flour. -Fryer cleaner stored with hot sauce.
41-10-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -Hole in wall by ac thermostat.
36-24-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Rear exit door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -By ac vent.
36-34-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Bottom shelf by rear exit door.
23-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -In side storage area.
51-11-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Luc's Fish and Chix last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Luc's Fish and Chix on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Luc's Fish and Chix?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Luc's Fish and Chix.
How does Luc's Fish and Chix compare to other restaurants in Umatilla?
Luc's Fish and Chix most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Umatilla average of 84.
Has Luc's Fish and Chix's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Luc's Fish and Chix have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Luc's Fish and Chix means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Luc's Fish and Chix inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Luc's Fish and Chix is inspected around two times per year on average.
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