CHINA GATE
12919 WALSINGHAM RD, Largo FL 33774 · 7273652680
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 20 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023034879 | Jun 5, 2023 | Jul 13, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw beef over dumplings on rack in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over bell,peppers in walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Storage bins for flour, corn starch soiled Cutting boards stained
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Training dates are updated on old certificates
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Cooler shelves repaired with duct tape
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under fryers
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor in dry storage
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Behind front counter
Stored food not covered. Multiple items uncovered in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen shrimp thawing at room temp in triple sink, moved to walk in cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed bean sprouts over cooked shrimp in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over cut vegetables in walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Staff food training certificates are updated with new training dates on old certificates
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled Hood
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic ceiling tiles over kitchen
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Cooler shelves repaired with duct tape behind front counter
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under fryers Food debris on floor in dry storage area
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor in dry storage area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bin
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Reach in freezer in dining room containing unpackaged food not secured
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw beef over dumplings in walk in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Cooler shelves behind front counter
Food stored on floor. Case of broccoli in walk in cooler Bags of rice in dry storage
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bag
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Cooler gaskets soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in coller
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 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 in walk in freezer. Reviewed with person in charge of
Bathroom facility ( employee bathroom ) not clean in back kitchen area. Reviewed with person in charge.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Reviewed with manager
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put hat on.
Food stored on floor. -Bag of onions on floor in back kitchen - corrected on site -bag of carrots on floor in walk in cooler. - container of sauces in back kitchen Reviewed with person in charge food storage.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Stored food ( cut vegetables, chicken, beef, sauces ) not covered in walk in cooler. Reviewed with person in charge
Utensils in poor condition. Knives are tapped at the handle on shelf in dry storage area. Reviewed with person in charge.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Cough syrup on top of cooler on cook line
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Unpackaged raw chicken over raw shrimp in walk-in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, replaced
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowls in flour bin, removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over kitchen
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor in dry storage
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease and food debris on sides of fryers
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door to kitchen
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Staff cutting broccoli without prior washing
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk-in cooler not covered
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Prep table bottom shelf has pitted-rust surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on stand-alone refrigerator near front counter. Bottom shelf next to steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Dec 1, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed two reach-in freezers and installed a walk-in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Prep table bottom shelf has pitted-rust surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on stand-alone refrigerator near front counter. Bottom shelf next to steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Oct 10, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed two reach-in freezers and installed a walk-in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in food preparation area.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles in dish area missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Prep table bottom shelf has pitted-rust surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on stand-alone refrigerator near front counter. Bottom shelf next to steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Aug 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at 2:11pm cooked pork (53F - Cold Holding) raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) Operator placed items in reach-in freezer. Re temp at 3:25pm Cooked pork 40f Raw chicken 40f
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer used more than 4 hours ago.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment removed two reach-in freezers and installed a walk-in freezer near 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in food preparation area.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles in dish area missing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. All cutting boards in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee soda on prep table and cook line. next to reach-in cooler. Operator removed drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on table above reach-in cooler on cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Employee place hair restraint on.
Equipment in poor repair. Prep table bottom shelf has pitted-rust surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on stand-alone refrigerator near front counter. Bottom shelf next to steam table.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach-in cooler shelves on cook line.
Stored food not covered. Chicken in walk-in cooler not covered. Operator covered chicken.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table next to reach-in coolers on cook line. Operator placed cloths in sanitizer solution.
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.