CHINA CITY
4300 KINGS HWY #408, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · 941-764-9483
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023031039 | Apr 11, 2023 | Jun 22, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2016054756 | Nov 30, 2016 | Jan 4, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over pasta noodles at Make Table. Operator relocated the pasta noodles to a safe location away from raw food item.
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/ Manager Xiu Juan Zheng, 03/08/2021.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and chicken not date marked at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food items.
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. Observed all foodhandler training certificates expired.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open can of employee beverage above cooked chicken at Display Cooler Unit. Operator removed the beverage to a safe and proper location.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor at various locations at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple shelves soiled at Walk in Cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves that has pitted the surface at Walk in Freezer.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over shelled eggs in walk-in cooler. The owner moved the raw chicken beside the raw beef not above the shelled eggs.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
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 in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen across from walk-in cooler shut off. The owner stated they are in the process of repairing handwashing sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor behind cooking unit very soiled with heavy grease.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of flour and rice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwashing sink in dishwashing area build up residue.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over pasta noodles at Make Table. Operator relocated the pasta to a safe and proper location at Make Table.
Packaged food has no English labeling. Observed sugar container labeled in Chinese at shelf next to Walk in Cooler. Operator labeled the food item in English.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls and chicken not date marked at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired foodhandler training certificate.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the inside of the walk in cooler and freezer handles.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Cooler and Freezer. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping hands on soiled cloths. Educated the employee to compliance by washing their hands.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chicken over sauce at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked chicken not time marked at prep table. Operator time marked the food item.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed sauce not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food items.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed residue buildup on walls at kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracking raw shell eggs and touching clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by removing the old gloves, washing hands, and placing new gloves on hands.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands less than 10 seconds at kitchen handwash sink. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands for at least 10 to 15 seconds vigorously.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over wonton at Walk in Freezer. Operator relocated the raw chicken to the bottom of Walk in Freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing container with food debris at kitchen handwash sink. Educated the operator.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed photocopy of foodhandler training certificate.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed residue buildup at flour containers.
Three-compartment sink used for warewashing not cleaned before use as a food preparation sink. Observed 3 compartment sink soiled being used as a prep sink. Operator cleaned the 3 compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touching clothes and then touching utensils. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands and educating the operator.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over whole vegetables at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the raw chicken to a different location at bottom of shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at Make Table.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed multiple food items on trays not 6 inches off the floor at Walk in Cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water 78F next to Hot Holding Unit.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed lids on the food items.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw shrimp at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind the handles at reach-in and walk-in-cooler. Educated the operator.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple food containers with food debris at kitchen. Operator cleaned the food containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed raw chicken at 3 compartment sink. Operator increased the flow of the water.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw shell eggs over pasta noodles underneath Make Table. Operator removed the pasta noodle from underneath the Make Table to a safe location.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over cooked chicken at Display Cooler Unit. Operation switched the food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed egg rolls and chicken not time marked at prep table next to cookline. Operator time marked the food item.
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. Handed the written procedure to the operator.
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. Operator completed the documents during inspection.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed the written procedure to be completed again as the operator misplaced it.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled the food items.
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.