CANTON PALACE CHINESE RESTAURANT
7980 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33144 · 3052649444
Last inspected Jun 2, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. During the routine inspection operator paid license. Confirmation # 238763950
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets torn.
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Food stored on floor. Observed aluminum container with cooked shrimp stored on the walk in freezer floor. During the inspection employee removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at preparation kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed most of the reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed most of the reach in cooler interiors soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork ribs (51F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork ribs (51F - Cold Holding), stored in walk in cooler. As per operator food was prepared 24 hours before the inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed food employees handler training missing date of birth.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, throughout the preparation kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, located at preparation kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed most of the reach in cooler interiors soiled
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at preparation kitchen.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed walk in freezer not organized, unable to access the walk in freezer.
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 31 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority5 Intermediate22 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed thermometer soiled.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer outside of kitchen dim sum rolls in to go bags.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked chicken and noodles. Operator moved to bottom shelf.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp in plastic stored above cooked egg rolls.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calculate thermometer. Inspector went over process with operator.
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. Observed no form or kit. Inspector provided form via email.
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed thermometer not calibrated due to managers knowledge of calibration. Inspector went over process with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food is kept. Observed soiled tabletop where food is prepared across cook line. Observed interior of coolers soiled at kitchen entrance.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee training missing signature and date of birth.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dish machine soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave next to cook line and reach in coolers soiled.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area nonabsorbent tiles.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed ceiling tiles with stains or soiled air vent.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in women's restroom covers removed. As per operator, customers complain that the lid is on and they do not wish to touch the lid.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath screen of back door of kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor where floor tiles are missing near stove.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor of walk in cooler soiled with food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles near stove area missing.
Food stored on floor. Observed rice bags on floor in prep area near kitchen exit. Operator moved to shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer as well as both chest freezers.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided form via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple cold holding equipment soiled. Observed cords and light fixtures soiled throughout kitchen. Observed vents in walk in cooler soiled. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in coolers. Observed good system soiled.
Observed Standing water in bottom of walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen soiled shelves. Observed interior of coolers soiled at kitchen entrance.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers rusted shelves.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed containers of spices being reused to store cooked food in reach in coolers and in walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in freezer raw meats not covered for protection. Observed in walk in cooler cooked foods not stored for protection. Observed at prep top cooler raw vegetables not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area and behind cook line.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored inside the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken breast (72F - Cold Holding), stored at preparation area. As per operator stored at preparation area one hour before the inspection. Operator removed chicken and placed it inside the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic buckets stored in front of the hand sink. Employee removed items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water at three compartment sink. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature at preparation area. Employee removed chicken and placed it inside the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with cooking oil stored on the floor by men's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at preparation area.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at dry storage.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located at cooking line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. During the routine inspection operator paid license. Confirmation # 238763950
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over cooked rice, stored inside walk in cooler. Operator removed item, and placed it correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over ginger, and lettuce, stored inside walk in cooler. Operator removed items, and placed them correctly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee washing and touching soiled kitchen utensils, and then touching fry rice without changing gloves. Discussed and coached operator in proper methods. Employee washed hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding), stored inside standing reach in cooler near preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding), stored inside standing reach in cooler near preparation area. As per operator food was prepared the prior day.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container with soy sauce stored in front of the hand sink.
Observed standing Reach-in cooler interior,have accumulation of soil residues, located near preparation area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in gaskets torn, located near the cooking line.
Food stored on floor. Observed container with soy sauce stored on the floor in front of the hand sink. Operator removed item and placed it correctly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located near the cooking line.
Observed standing Reach-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface, located near preparation area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of to go containers stored on the floor near bathroom hallway.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator removed and placed it correctly.
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food production area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Jul 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Equipment in poor repair. Served accumulation of rust throughout chest freezer kitchen area.
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.