CHINA BUFFET II INC
3650 PALM BEACH BLVD, Fort Myers FL 33916
Last inspected Jun 4, 2024 · 4 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
OCT 23
MAR 24
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (98F - Hot Holding); fried fish (101F - Hot Holding); fried shrimp (106F - Hot Holding); egg rolls (99F - Hot Holding); steak (103F - Hot Holding) in buffet line. The manager is reheating all products and placing back in buffet line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022028675 | Jun 9, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 | $400 |
| 7--2019003024 | Dec 27, 2018 | Feb 22, 2019 | $700 |
| 7--2018025248 | Apr 9, 2018 | Jun 12, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors mens restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance over buffet line in dining area.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Apr 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors mens restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance over buffet line in dining area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink and paper towel dispenser heavily soiled in kitchen.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Mar 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (98F - Hot Holding); fried fish (101F - Hot Holding); fried shrimp (106F - Hot Holding); egg rolls (99F - Hot Holding); steak (103F - Hot Holding) in buffet line. The manager is reheating all products and placing back in buffet line.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and chicken not date marked.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors mens restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance over buffet line in dining area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of produce on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink and paper towel dispenser heavily soiled in kitchen.
Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Oct 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee opening equipment with handles that are soiled with food debris and then carrying clean trays of ready to eat food to buffet table without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with food debris buildup.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler. Operator refilled during inspection.
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator completed printed copy during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler. Operator filled during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls in walk-in cooler prepared yesterday with no date marking.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles to reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled with food debris in kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing ceiling tiles above reach in cooler in kitchen area and damaged and stained tiles in buffet area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee refilling buffet table without a hair restraint.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light covers above buffet tables.
Open dumpster lid.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closer broken on men's room door.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed one half of walk-in cooler is unlit. Had to use flashlight to see shelves and foods stored.
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.