CHINA EXPRESS
106 HANCOCK BRIDGE PKWY W E18, Cape Coral FL 33991 · 239-573-8811
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2016033450 | Jul 1, 2016 | Aug 5, 2016 | $560 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in ware washing area.
May 29, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, spare ribs and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw chicken on floor in kitchen. The container of chicken was removed from off the floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of cook pork.
May 26, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs out at room temperature. The manager placed shelled eggs on Time As Public Health Form.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed running water but No hot water due to hot water heater blew.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, spare ribs and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct used on stand up reach-in cooler gaskets.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in ware washing area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw chicken on floor in kitchen. The container of chicken was removed from off the floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of cook pork.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator placed paper towels at handwashing 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.
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.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed grey duct tape used on stand up reach-in cooler gaskets.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots on floor in walk-in cooler.
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator placed paper towels at handwashing sink beside 3 compartment 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 not date marked in walk-in cooler.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duct tape used on stand up reach-in cooler gasket.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in 3 compartment sink.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner moved the raw chicken, raw beef and raw shrimp to walk-in cooler. Observed pork (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The owner discarded the container of pork.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The operator placed paper towels at handwashing sink beside 3 compartment 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 not date marked in walk-in cooler.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line ambient temperature 46F.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duct tape used on stand up reach-in cooler gasket.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed cook drinking a Red Bull on cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls on front counter uncovered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in 3 compartment sink.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 cook wiping hands on pants and shirt while engaging in food preparation. Educated operator in not touching cloths while engaging food preparation.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated operator to only wash hands in designated handwashing sinks.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, spare ribs and egg rolls not date marked.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of onions in walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp and raw scallions thawing in standing water.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection 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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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed cook wiping hands on pants and shirt. Educated cook on proper handwashing and to not touch cloths while engaging in food preparation.
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 pork not date marked.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters heavily souled with grease.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed operator begin work from returning from outside. Educated operator to wash hands upon returning to work and working with food or food preparation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat chicken and shrimp in walk-in cooler.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 4 cracked eggs in egg carton. The operator discarded cracked eggs.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands is 3 compartment sink. Educated operator to only wash hands in designated hand washing sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and spare ribs in stand up reach-in cooler not date marked.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw marinated pork on floor in kitchen.
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook checking cell phone while engaging in food preparation. Educated cook on washing hands after touching soiled surfaces while engaging in food preparation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shelled eggs over ready to eat shrimp in walk-in cooler. The manager moved shelled eggs to another shelf in walk-in cooler.
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 pork not date marked in walk-in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones on prep table across from cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil touching ready to eat pork in reach-in cooler.
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