CHINA CAFE
426 BEACH VILLAGE DR, Flagler Beach FL 32136 · 3864393388
Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler; beef 47F, chicken 45F, shrimp 52F, chicken 58F, beef 55F; ( - Cold Holding) in overnight.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019012665 | Jan 30, 2019 | Apr 30, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen and dining area soiled with mold like substance.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover at front counter missing and has towel inside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in deep freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter covers soiled with grease build up.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in coooler shelves rusted.
Jul 30, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler less than 4 hours Raw chicken (56F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (59F - Cold Holding); raw beef (59F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) operator placed in reach in freezer to get down to proper temperature.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink has utensil inside. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with pink liquid substance not labeled. Operator labeled degreaser.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen and dining area soiled with mold like substance.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover at front counter missing and has towel inside.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees on cookline making orders no hair restraint.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in deep freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter covers soiled with grease build up.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in coooler shelves rusted.
Nov 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Raw chicken over raw pork in back stand up freezer. Person in charge rearranged pork on top of chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; Shrimp 50F, beef 47F. Per person in charge placed in cooler at 11:30, now 2:30. He placed into reach in freezer to bring down temperature.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher in front hand washing sink and spoon in back hand washing sink. Person in charge moved items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin has black mold like substance inside.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop sugar. Person in charge removed cup.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach behind front reach in cooler. Person in charge swept up.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and drink with dry foods. Person in charge removed.
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Employee preparing food in dining room. Addressed and she moved food to kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside both chest freezers in dry storage.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In corn meal. Person in charge removed scoop.
Jul 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. In reach in freezer; raw chicken over raw pork. Person in charge moved chicken to bottom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go container used as a scoop in flour. Person in charge removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of rice bin is dirty.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal drink in cooler. Person in charge removed drink.
Feb 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed cook place gloves on without washing hands first. Addressed immediately and person washed hands then placed gloves on.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel Ling a container of scallions.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Non food grade Paper towel lining scallions.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Metal bowl in hand washing sink in front of 3 compartment sink.
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. All expired 2.24.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in chicken and in flour starch, and flour. Person in charge removed all scoops.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards in back a grooved.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water. Person in charge turned water on.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler; beef 47F, chicken 45F, shrimp 52F, chicken 58F, beef 55F; ( - Cold Holding) in overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; beef 47F, chicken 45F, shrimp 52F, chicken 58F, beef 55F; ( - Cold Holding). In overnight.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade is soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Spoon in hand washing sink. Person in charge removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Can used as scoop in rice and cups in sugar and corn starch.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle water and coke on prep counter. Person in charge moved drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Ear buds on dry storage shelf. Person in charge moved ear buds.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor is soiled behind cookline.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cut jug used as a scoop. Person in charge threw away.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in dry storage area has ice buildup.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet rags under cutting boards. Person in charge removed.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Several soiled wiping clothes laying on wok table. Person in charge removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork and peas thawing at room temperature. Still frozen, person in charge placed in walk in cooler.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. In reach in freezer; raw chicken over pork. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in walkin cooler. Person in charge moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Large spoon in hand washing sink. Person in charge removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has black mold like substance on inside.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Can used to scoop rice. Person in charge removed can.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Large chest freezer has ice buildup.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves are rusty.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler; raw chicken over raw beef. Person in charge moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler; Shrimp, chicken, beef 48F, cooked pork, cooked chicken, cooked pork, 48F; ( - Cold Holding). Per person in charge all went in cooler at different times from 11-1:30. Could not determine amount of time. Now 2:30pm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener is soiled. Person in charge placed can opener in dish.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment is missing some training for newer employees.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Sides of ice machine have mold on them.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go containers used as scoops in flour and sugar. Person in charge removed.
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed employee prepping wonton at front counter. Addressed immediately and person took the the kitchen.
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