CHINA EXPRESS
12023 US HWY 19, Hudson FL 34667 · 7278695788
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live lizard present behind soda reach-in cooler that is no longer being used in lobby in front of sliding doors with 5 lizard droppings. Operator started to catch lizard to remove and cleaned up droppings.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the mop sink area. The operator found one in the establishment and placed it on the hose.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A bottle of oven cleaner was in the handwash sink. The operator removed the bottle.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches, in the dry storage area to the left of the walk in cooler. The operator swept up the dead roaches and sanitized the area.
Interior of the microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. The operator cleaned the microwave.
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Stored food not covered. Several containers in the walk in cooler and 1 container in the reach in freezer of chicken wings not covered.
Dec 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips expired.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. The probe thermometer needs a new battery.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Inside the microwave.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Dec 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. 4 bags in the reach in freezer by the front counter have nonfood-grade bags. The operator replaced bags with food grade bags.
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. Provided the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-904. The operator posted.
Food-contact surface: The fans in the walk in cooler soiled with mold-like substance.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips expired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels by the hand sink in the back of the kitchen. The operator placed paper towels.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. The probe thermometer needs a new battery.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Penny T. and Chun Chen.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Inside the microwave.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. The floor under the fryer's basket and under the stove is covered with soiled with grease.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Jun 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put on hair resistant
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce on the floor. Operator removed from the floor.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Observed sheet pan of raw chicken stored over boxes of raw shrimp in stand up reach-in freezer to the right of the walk-in cooler. Discussed proper storage with operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Wontons (124F - Hot Holding) in steam table at time of inspection. Item had been in steam table for less than 4 hours. Operator started to reheat product. As a repeat violation, the importance of maintaining proper temperature was discussed with operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp in bucket of standing water near three compartment sink. Operator moved to walk-in cooler. Discussed proper methods.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live lizard present behind soda reach-in cooler that is no longer being used in lobby in front of sliding doors with 5 lizard droppings. Operator started to catch lizard to remove and cleaned up droppings.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pork Wontons (111F - Hot Holding) on steam table off cook line. Power source was unplugged, operator plugged in power. Operator removed to reheat.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed items stored in handwash sink in rear of kitchen to the right of the prep sink and left of the mop sink. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen to the right of the prep sink near the mop sink. Operator placed paper towels.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers to the right of the walk-in cooler.
Nov 21, 2023□ 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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Ice buildup in reach-in freezers to the right of the walk-in cooler.
Nov 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed incorrect bleach being used as a sanitizer to clean food contact surfaces. Employee went to the store and brought back approved sanitizer.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed take out bags in contact with food in reach-in freezers and take out menu in contact with food in reach-in coolers.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Fried Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Krab Rangoons (46F - Cold Holding); Pork (45F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Egg Rolls (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler to the left of the fryers. Operator stated the items had been in the cooler overnight and a direct temperature of the food was not taken this morning.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Krab Rangoons (46F - Cold Holding); Pork (45F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Egg Rolls (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler to the left of the fryers. Operator stated the items had been in the cooler overnight and a direct temperature of the food was not taken this morning. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed toxic chemical stored on shelf next to sauce underneath rice cooker. Employee moved.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed incorrect bleach being used as a sanitizer to clean food contact surfaces. Employee went to the store and brought back approved sanitizer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen along cove molding and underneath equipment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezers to the right of the walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease and food debris and top of fryers soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler to the left of the fryers. Discussed in depth with operator and employee.
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.