CHINA 1 TAKE OUT RESTAURANT
2261 34 ST S UNIT 2261, Saint Petersburg FL 33711 · 727 776 8808
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies on cook line
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open tofu located in walk-in cooler not date marked after opening and held over 24 hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop inside container identified as sugar.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food and food identified for the operators dog stored in multiple cold holding units in establishment not properly identified or segregated.
Food stored on floor. Prepared raw chicken wings and container of sugar stored on floor in kitchen. Discussed with operator to relocate items.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside multiple reach-in freezers located throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottoms of reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer heavily soiled with old food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water located in bottom of reach-in cooler across from cook line
Stored food not covered. Cut and frozen pork stored in standing reach-in freezer stored uncovered. Cut beef and tofu stored uncovered in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in front of three compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper storage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white granular substance stored on floor in front of three compartment sink. Operator identified item as sugar. Discussed with operator to label item.
Mar 9, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open tofu located in walk-in cooler not date marked after opening and held over 24 hours.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified food manager Le Chen expired 4/30/2026. No other certified food managers at establishment.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop inside container identified as sugar.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food and food identified for the operators dog stored in multiple cold holding units in establishment not properly identified or segregated.
Food stored on floor. Prepared raw chicken wings and container of sugar stored on floor in kitchen. Discussed with operator to relocate items.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside multiple reach-in freezers located throughout establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottoms of reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer heavily soiled with old food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water located in bottom of reach-in cooler across from cook line
Stored food not covered. Cut and frozen pork stored in standing reach-in freezer stored uncovered. Cut beef and tofu stored uncovered in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in front of three compartment sink. Discussed with operator proper storage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white granular substance stored on floor in front of three compartment sink. Operator identified item as sugar. Discussed with operator to label item.
Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored above reach-in cooler and prep table at cook line. Manager relocated item.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To-go backs used to hold various raw proteins throughout freezer cold holding units.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above sauces on right side of walk-in cooler. Manager relocated chicken to the bottom shelf for storage next to shell eggs.
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. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-104 via email to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained/soiled on reach-in cooler at cook line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Equipment and utensils stored in hand wash sink at West side of kitchen. Manager removed items.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and egg rolls not date marked inside walk-in cooler. Discussed date marking with manager.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Broken measuring cup with no handle used as scoop in rice container. Manager removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Equipment door handle to walk-in cooler soiled with buildup on debris
Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in cooler across from cook line in poor repair. Dripping water observed inside a baking sheet st the bottom of the unit. Unit is being held together by tape to keep door shut.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of tea prepared onsite stored on floor inside plastic bucket inside walk-in cooler.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided a choking poster via email to operator.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler across from cook-line soiled
Open dumpster lid. Discussed with manager to keep dumpster lid closed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer on cookline soiled with food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service items not stored inverted on shelves across from cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Establishment was thawing frozen raw chicken wings in standing water at the three compartment sink. Advised management on proper thawing techniques. Manager began running cool water onto chicken to thaw.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working container of sugar stored in old soy sauce bucket not properly labeled. Manager labeled container during inspection.
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting board on cook line -prep station soiled with food buildup in cracks.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in food prep and cook line areas
May 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority9 Intermediate14 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food in freezer chest -Menus used to line containers of food Reviewed with person in charge
Container of medicine improperly stored- stored on shelf above rice cookers Person in charge relocated medicines
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. - Employee cleaning dishes in prep sink. Reviewed with person in charge the use and set up of triple sink. Dishes moved to triple sink area
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 1 flying insect in back kitchen area by back door
Raw animal food ( raw chicken ) stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food ( bottles of water in walk in cooler
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Frozen raw chicken over frozen cheese on trays in freezer. Reviewed with person in charge.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. - tofu 47 F, cooked pork 50:F, sprouts 44/45 F. cooked vegetables 49 F, cooked noodles 48 F, cut cabbage 47 F, raw beef 50 in cooler opposite woks Food in cooler overnight. No temperatures taken this day. Manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - tofu 47 F, cooked pork 50:F, sprouts 44/45 F,cooked vegetables 49 F, cooked noodles 48 F, cut cabbage 47 F, raw beef 50 in cooler opposite woks. No temperatures taken this day.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. -Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Reviewed with person in charge
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting board on cook line -prep station soiled with food buildup in cracks.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Buckets stacked in front of hand wash sink in back kitchen. Reviewed with person in charge hand washing sinks must be accessible at all times. Buckets relocated
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in hand wash sink in back kitchen. Reviewed with person in charge hand washing sinks are for washing hands only. Items removed from hand wash sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back kitchen
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
No soap provided at handwash sink at hand wash sink at cook line. Reviewed with person in charge hand washing sinks must be stocked at all times. Soap placed at hand wash sinks
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee training expired in 2024.. Reviewed with manager
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Out of order sign posted on bathroom door. Person in charge removed sign. Bathroom is in good working order and available for use
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.broken door on reach in cooler at cook line area- food temperatures between 48 -50 F. Reviewed with person in charge. Person in charge to schedule repair this day and not to use cooler until it is in good working order
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in food prep and cook line areas
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Reviewed with person in charge
Food ( containers of sauces) stored on floor in walk in cooler.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - shelves soiled in kitchen - outer surface of microwave soiled Reviewed with person in charge
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers in front cook line area. Reviewed with person in charge
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at cook line. Heavily soiled reach in freezer in food prep area Reviewed with person in charge
Stored food ( clean vegetables, meats ) not covered in walk in cooler. Reviewed with person in charge
Water draining onto floor surface from leaky pipe under triple sink. Person in charge placed container to catch water underneath triple sink and set up large tubs to wash, rinse, sanitize dishes to discard water in mop sink in dishwashing area. Manager scheduled plumbing service this day
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in dishwashing area. Person in charge placed bucket in a bucket
Jan 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked shrimp in walk in cooler. Manager stored correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach in cooler and slicer have built up food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen. Manager replaced.
No soap provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen. Manager replaced.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple prepared items in walk in cooler with no date marks.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Half eaten apple on food contact surface in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce stored on floor by rear door.
Open dumpster lid.
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on prep table above cooked rice pot.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 dented 5 pound cans of dented ground bean sauce.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in rear of kitchen not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken not all commercially packaged, stored over read to eat food items in upright single door freezer by three compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer Observed: rear prep table and cutting board ps on reach in coolers in kitchen have built up food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in rear of kitchen blocked by buckets and covered with containers. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple cooked items in walk in cooler with no date marking.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table of reach in cooler on cook line. Manager removed.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Chest freezer in kitchen located underneath display of burnt ash.
Food stored on floor. Cooked noodles stored in floor of walk in cooler. Cooking oil stored on floor of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Rear door open.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service to go containers on cook line not inverted for protection.
Stored food not covered. Multiple food items in walk in cooler stored with no covering of food items.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Unpackaged food stored in unlocked chest freezer in lobby or dining room area.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 26 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate20 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies on cook line
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over soy sauce in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment on hand sink at rear of kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in bag of rice
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler door handles soiled
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Under cutting boards on cook line
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table of cook line
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In glass cooler at front counter
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Burnt ash from incense on shelf over chest freezers
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor Bottled water on floor of walk-in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use knife steel stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Next to cooler on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Slicer guard soiled with food residue Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken and beef thawing in triple sink at room temperature
Utensils in poor condition. Broken handle on rice scoop
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cook line
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood cutting board it's cracks
Jul 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed agreement
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.