CHINA EXPRESS
5748 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33144 · 7862276928
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish and shrimp. Operator moved containers into proper storage.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015020948 | Apr 2, 2015 | Feb 8, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach bottles stored over cooking oil in shelves, located at dry storage. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cooked rice in the hand sink drain. During the inspection, the employee promptly removed item.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in the walk in cooler without a date label. During the inspection, the employee properly labeled the item.
Stored food not covered. Observed several containers of cooked food in the walk in cooler not covered. During the inspection, the employee promptly covered the uncovered items.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection 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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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). During the inspection employee prepared a new sanitizer solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked pork, cut ham, fried rice held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at walk in cooler. During the inspection employee marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. During the inspection employee cleaned it.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked chicken wings, cooked breaded chicken, and spring rolls in one door reach in cooler not covered. During the inspection employee covered it.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food storage is kept.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cups and cell phone on cutting board and above food prep at front counter. Observed personal drinking cups in same cooler with food for customers. Operator removed all items to secure location.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved onto shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled air fan in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves in reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler and freezer.
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine stored on counter above cutting board where sushi is made.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter hand sink with sponges and rag stored inside. Operator removed during inspection.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed cooked rolls on menu with masago; not identified.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food storage is kept.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with manager.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in walk in cooler cardboard used to line food contact shelf.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cups and cell phone on cutting board and above food prep at front counter. Observed personal drinking cups in same cooler with food for customers. Operator removed all items to secure location.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved onto shelf.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster available, inspector provided form via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled air fan in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves in reach in cooler.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket stored on floor. Operator moved off of ground.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler and freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed tempura flour container not labeled on kitchen table. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over French fries in walk in freezer out of original package. Operator put food in proper order on shelves.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish and shrimp. Operator moved containers into proper storage.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw sushi rolls on menu not marked for customers to know which is raw. Operator marked menus to advise customers which are raw items.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops inside of rice containers. Coached moderator on proper scoops with handles should be used, operator removed bowls.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles throughout establishment with water marks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in kitchen area
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food grade containers wet nesting above three compartment sink. Advised operator to rewash rinse and sanitize, operator removed bins and put into sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean food grade container, operator removed sticker and placed bin in sink for wash rinse and sanitize.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked pork in walk in cooler not covered after cooling.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the walk in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls, chicken wings no covered inside of the reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice container no labeled.
Mar 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the front counter area, kitchen area.
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the front counter area, kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two cans of energy drink on top of the prep table. Manager throw away the cans.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, speaker on the prep area. Manager removed them.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of chicken stored on the kitchen floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork ribs in standing water. Manager put in running water.
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.