CHINA CAFE RESTAURANT
4174 E 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33013
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding), on top part of cooler, placed about one hour ago, according to cook. Cook placed pooled eggs inside reach in cooler for rapid chill.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed plastic container with sugar at cook line not covered. Manager provided lid to cover product.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed metal container with raw fish on top cooked pork inside reach in cooler at cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. Coached operator on proper storage.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles at cook line soiled with food debris.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open bottle of water on top preparation table at cook line. Manager discarded during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with out a hair restraint. Manager provided hair net during inspection.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of walk in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler.
Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Observed: Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Observed in the lobby area a section divided by a curtain and a red couch with a playground, closet next to the bathrooms ice machine.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food residue inside reach in cooler next to pick up area.
Oct 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed multiple chest freezers with ice buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled, kitchen prep cooler gasket soiled.
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean plates,bowls stored in a soiled shelf.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipments with heavy soiled soiled
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil stored on the storage area floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed multiple chest freezers with ice buildup.
Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Observed in the lobby area a section divided by a curtain with a bed an a playground, closet next to the bathrooms ice machine, coolers according to the operator is for her daughter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled, kitchen prep cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler/walk in interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves with heavy soiled.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed kitchen storage area not organized, back storage area not organized.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken not covered inside of the chest white freezer freezer.
May 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed super market bags being used to store celery inside reach in cooler at preparation table. Manager removed product into proper clear bags.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed 2 white cutting boards with cut marks at preparation table across oven. Manager discarded cutting boards during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed flood soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler. Manager cleaned properly during inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong being stored on oven door handle. Manager removed, washed properly and stored properly during inspection.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield broken on top preparation across the oven.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across from oven.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted on top preparation table across 3 compartment sink. Manager inverted properly during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease and dark substance next to 3 compartment sink.
Jan 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves under preparation tables surfaces rusted throughout the kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top oven.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer across oven and walk in cooler gaskets torn.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Jan 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate20 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed marinated raw shrimp on top cooked pork inside reach in cooler, manager removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris non top preparation table across the oven. Manager removed and washed properly during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelves under preparation tables surfaces rusted throughout the kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed mixed rice not date marked inside reach in cooler, as per manager less than 24 hours. Manager labeled product during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers without handle inside rice container, manager removed during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer, reach in cooler and walk-in cooler door handles soiled with food debris.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed throughout the kitchen area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard being used for lining throughout the kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top oven.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with black substance in kitchen area and front counter area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at preparation table across the oven, manager discarded during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee handling food without a hair restraint, manager provided hair net during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer across oven and walk in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with grease under equipment in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottle
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer and reach in cooler soiled with food debris in the kitchen area. Also exterior of microwave soiled with food debris on top of preparation table.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris across the oven. Also observed inside walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves soiled with food debris inside walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease and food debris throughout the kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle used to dispense rice.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at kitchen, cardboard used as lining for shelves.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed dried chicken seasoning used plastic containers reused to store cooked foods inside freezer
Walk in-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
May 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding), on top part of cooler, placed about one hour ago, according to cook. Cook placed pooled eggs inside reach in cooler for rapid chill.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed
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/ Observed Xing Guan 02/07/2019 certificate expired.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle used to dispense rice.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed at kitchen, cardboard used as lining for shelves.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved white cuttings board at kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice utensils kept on water at room temperature. Employee put hot water in utensils container Waterr at 140F
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed dried chicken seasoning used plastic containers reused to store cooked foods inside freezer
Walk in-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at kitchen Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm); employ diluted sanitizer solution with more water Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl inside rice container, Employee removed bowl from inside rice container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in walk in cooler and chest freezers.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard in use on top of preparation tables at kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable Observed 3 grooved cutting boards in use at kitchen..
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer at storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils water at 105 F Manager discarded water and placed utensils in a clean dry metal container.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers with cooked pork and chicken inside chest freezers no covered.
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