The Local Hen

888 City Walk Ln Ste 1012, Oviedo, FL 32765

American

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited The Local Hen six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 6, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part”, showing up two times.

Compared to other Oviedo restaurants (averaging 63), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Sep 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Apr 2, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at bar

31B-02-4

Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -low boy unit across from grill **Corrected On-Site**

05-11-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -standing water on floor in kitchen

36-22-4

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

33-23-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -good filters soiled with grease

23-03-4

Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. -operator moved soiled dishes to dish washing area **Corrective Action Taken**

16-48-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -operator moved soiled dishes to dish washing area **Corrective Action Taken**

16-46-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door in kitchen

35B-03-4

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. -water from flip top reach in cooler draining only floor

29-03-4

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Coleslaw 44F 3:31pm Cut lettuce 50F 3:31pm -operator moved items to bottom of RIC **Corrective Action Taken**

03D-15-4

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.

35B-03-4

Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -both reach in coolers **Corrected On-Site**

05-11-4

Feb 9, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - cook line cooler, raw burger stored over waffles. Chef moved. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - ribs (44F - Cold Holding); - impossible burger (44F - Cold Holding) Advised operator to put in freezer to expedite cooling

03A-02-5

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. - floor coating worn down in cook line area

36-02-5

Jul 5, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Local Hen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Local Hen on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Local Hen?

Across the inspection record, “ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Local Hen.

How does The Local Hen compare to other restaurants in Oviedo?

The Local Hen most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Oviedo average of 63.

Has The Local Hen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Local Hen have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Local Hen 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 The Local Hen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Local Hen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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