CANTON HOUSE CHINESE RESTAURANT INC
1231 HOMESTEAD RD N STE 33, Lehigh Acres FL 33936 · 239-368-1866
Last inspected Nov 20, 2025 · 7 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016039944 | Jul 28, 2016 | Sep 16, 2016 | $400 |
| 7--2015033267 | Jul 28, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler not functional. Observed no TCS food stored inside unit, operator stated they are in the process of repairing.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's trash receptacle not covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled by rear door.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves in the walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in door peeling on the bottom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in freezer soiled with food debris.
Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls in walk in cooler in metal baskets, not wrapped or covered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area near back door.
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard on walk refrigerator shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom of walk in cooler door peeling on the left bottom outside corner of the door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area near back door and clean compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on prep table not stored in sanitizing solution..
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on walk in cooler door handle.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk in cooler door is torn and not tight fitting.
Stored food not covered. Observed stored wonton noodles not covered in bulk bin, operator place lid on container.
Dec 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of food residue. Operator moved to sink to be cleaned.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on shelves in walk-in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Operator stated they have a new thermometer on order.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint preparing food on cook's line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed damagedmgaskets on door to walk-in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulbs over over reach in cooler are unshielded or coated.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed probe thermometer sticky and soiled with food debris.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves in walk in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Observed probe thermometer not working, possibly needs battery replacement, or a new thermometer.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed. Build up of food debris on reach in freezer and walk in cooler door handles.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on reach in freezer and reach in cooler door gaskets.
Stored food not covered. Observed wonton noodles in bulk NSF container with no lid securely on top of container, operator placed clean lid on top of can.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to rear door and down hallway to dry storage area.
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed.
Stored food not covered. Observed food in bus tubs spring rolls, and breaded chicken not covered. Owner put covers on bus tubs while I was taking temperatures.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen areas and next to exterior door next to handwash sink
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.