La Chacha Empanadas
Last inspected: Dec 14, 2025
41
Score
Across the available record, La Chacha Empanadas has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 14, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 13 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
La Chacha Empanadas' latest score of 41 falls below the Franklin average of 78. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 14, 2025
Followup
5 major violations. 8 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility does not have a certified food safety manager certificate posted and not able to verify that there is a CFSM for the unit during the inspection (certification unavailable). CA: Facility shall have a certified food safety manager in its employ that is designated to solely this facility.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the hand sink as inaccessible due to items being stored in the basin. COS. Items moved. CA: Hand sinks shall be available at all times and only used for washing hands.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the hand sink did not have hot running water. COS. PIC set the water heater up and got water going. CA: Hand sinks shall be installed to provide hot and cold running water.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Base violation: House made chimichurri (garlic in oil) is marked from 9/10 - 3/10. Discard. CA: unless have lab tested evidence of shelf life, keep TPHC foods for 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
10C - variance obtained for specialized processing methods
Inspector notes: Base violation: * must provide ingredients and procedure in writing to resume selling chimichurri in jar.
511-6-1.05(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that single-use items were stored inverted on top of personal belongings so that the inside of the containers was touching the personal belongings. COS. Discarded. CA: Single-use items shall be stored in a manner that prevents contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility is using unsealed wood as a counter. CA: Nonfood contact surfaces shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored in non-single-use containers without a straw that were stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Base violation:observed residential refrigerator. may use until breaks down or above 41F. Code: Food service equipment must be commercial grade equipment and designed and built according to standards set by American National standards Institute (ANSI) accredited certification programs.
511-6-1.5
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Base violation:Observed garden hose for water supply. Must dedicate food grade hose for water supply to truck. Code: 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, a water tank, pump, and hoses used for conveying drinking water shall be used for no other purpose
511-6-1.06(3)(k)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee belongings (phones, bags, jackets) stored with and above food and food contact surfaces throughout the unit. CA: Employee belongings and activities shall be in designated locations that prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed that there were assorted ~1 inch holes in various places in the floor and there was nothing covering/in the holes to prevent pest entry. CA: The exterior of the unit shall properly prevent pest entry.
511-6-1.07(2)(n)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed that the most recent inspection report was not posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted in the service window where it is readable from a distance of 1 foot away.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
41
Sep 28, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 8 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chemicals stored above food and food contact surfaces. COS. Moved. CA: Chemicals shall be properly stored to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility had an oil mixture with garlic and roasted peppers in it that was not being refrigerated. COS. Discarded. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the facility is date marking for items to be kept and used for 15 days; oldest prepared TCS food on site is date marked September 11, 2025, with the facility marking it as needing to be discarded on the September 26, 2025, however, it is still being used. COS. All food made prior to September 22, 2025 was discarded. CA: Prepared TCS food and opened manufactured TCS food shall be date marked to be used or discarded within 7 days with day of preparation being day 1; food past that date is to be discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that the hand sink did not have hot running water. COS. PIC set the water heater up and got water going. CA: Hand sinks shall be installed to provide hot and cold running water.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed residential pesticides on the unit. COS. Discarded. CA: All chemicals shall be used according to their conditions of use, including only using residential pesticides in residential settings.
511-6-1.07(6)(e)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed unlabeled chemical spray bottles. COS. Marked with a sharpie. CA: All working containers of chemicals shall be labeled with the common name of the product.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed that doors and windows were kept open without pest prevention means. COS. Closed. CA: Exterior openings shall be self-closing and tight-fitting or otherwise protected to prevent pest entry.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored in non-single-use containers without a straw that were stored with and above food and food contact surfaces. CA: Employee drinks shall be stored in single-use containers with a lid and a straw and shall be handled to prevent contamination of food and food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed single-use containers and boats stored upright without overhead protection. COS. Inverted. CA: Single-use items shall be stored covered or inverted to protect from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
41
Feb 14, 2024
Initial
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Chacha Empanadas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Chacha Empanadas on file is from Dec 14, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Chacha Empanadas?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Chacha Empanadas.
How does La Chacha Empanadas compare to other restaurants in Franklin?
La Chacha Empanadas most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Franklin average of 78.
Has La Chacha Empanadas' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at La Chacha Empanadas have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at La Chacha Empanadas 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 La Chacha Empanadas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, La Chacha Empanadas is inspected around two times per year on average.
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