CHINA GATE Z
14957 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa FL 33613 · 6467267457
Last inspected Nov 6, 2025 · 12 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches by the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen next to the three compartment sink. 1 live roach under the cook line. 2 live roaches in the box of sleeves for their egg rolls and other items. 1 live roach on the spice rack on the cook line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024065990 | Oct 2, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | — |
| 3--2023071586 | Dec 1, 2023 | Mar 13, 2024 | — |
| 3--2023056900 | Sep 6, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2022049243 | Jul 28, 2022 | Nov 7, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the cook line and under the prep table.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in the dining area. Observed a broken ceiling tile in the back kitchen area near the entrance of the walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the expired license on display.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top unit and under the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed some sauces in a bucket being stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top unit.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance or in disrepair. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the front dining area. Observed a ceiling tiles in disrepair in the kitchen near the walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the old license being displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rusted and food soiled can opener on the prep table on the cook line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Discussed the importance and usage of a test kit.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several ceiling tiles in disrepair and with water stains in the kitchen near the three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the old license being displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit.
Food stored on floor. Observed several boxes of meat being stored on the floor in the freezer and two 5 gallon buckets of sauce in the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed rusted shelves at the bottom of the prep tables in the kitchen on the cook line. Observed grease build up on the hood system.
Dec 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. No written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event observed. Emailed manager a copy of procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener attached to the prep table on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in coolers on the cook line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit provided when asked.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager couldn't provide a thermometer when asked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust in the front dining area. Observed 10 soiled and missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen area by the cook line and dish washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board with cut marks throughout it.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed manager a copy of poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the walk in cooler door and all reach in coolers
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed the screen door torn and door frame in disrepair at the kitchen back door.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed meat being stored in grocery bags in the walk in freezer. Explained to the operator that food items need to be stored in food grade bags/containers.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed a container of raw beef stored under two containers of raw chicken. Manager corrected storage so that the raw chicken was under the raw beef.
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. Emailed operator a copy of procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the flip top unit on the cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a hand washing sink being blocked by a small storage rack. Explained to operator that hand washing sinks need to be accessible at all times.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Manager stated that he is eating for the test kit to come in.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents damaged/soiledwith accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust in the front dining area. Observed two damaged ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board with many cut marks on the flip top unit on the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of carrots on the floor in the walk in cooler. Manager placed items 6 inches off the floor. Observed three cases of chicken on the floor in the walk in freezer. Manager placed items six inches off of the floor.
Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Observed a sleeping cot in the front service area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator a copy of poster.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up in between cooking equipment on the cook line. Observed the gaskets being soiled in the reach in cooler on the cook line.
Oct 3, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. No written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event observed. Emailed manager a copy of procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener attached to the prep table on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in coolers on the cook line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit provided when asked.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager couldn't provide a thermometer when asked.
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. Observed an expired safe staff certificate for the only other employee.
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. No proof that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge observed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked noodles that were prepared the day before with no date marking.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust in the front dining area. Observed 10 soiled and missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen area by the cook line and dish washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board with cut marks throughout it.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of chicken, vegetable and sauces stored in the floor in the walk in cooler.
Light not functioning.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed manager a copy of poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the walk in cooler door and all reach in coolers
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed the screen door torn and door frame in disrepair at the kitchen back door.
Oct 2, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 23 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority9 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly flying around the kitchen.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests droppings present. 1 lizard dropping by the back kitchen door. 1 roach casing under the cook line. 7 spider webs on the make line and storage rack.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches by the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen next to the three compartment sink. 1 live roach under the cook line. 2 live roaches in the box of sleeves for their egg rolls and other items. 1 live roach on the spice rack on the cook line.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 6 rodent dropping by the back door of the kitchen. 1 rodent droppings above the soap dispenser. 9 rodent droppings on the speed rack next to the three compartment sink. 2 rodent droppings on the can opener attached to the prep table on the cook line. 3 rodent droppings next to the handwashing sink next to the cook line.
Stop Sale issued due to food being cross contaminated. Observed a strainer with pieces of fried chicken resting on an egg shell cartons with 5 roaches walk around it on the cook line. Stop sale issued.
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. No written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event observed. Emailed manager a copy of procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a soiled can opener attached to the prep table on the cook line. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in coolers on the cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink on cook line being blocked by rice cooker and containers of rice.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit provided when asked.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen. Manager replaced paper towel roll.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Manager couldn't provide a thermometer when asked.
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. Observed an expired safe staff certificate for the only other employee.
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. No proof that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge observed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked noodles that were prepared the day before with no date marking.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard being used to line the shelves of the walk in cooler and under the prep table on the cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust in the front dining area. Observed 10 soiled and missing ceiling tiles in the kitchen area by the cook line and dish washing area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board with cut marks throughout it.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roach under the three compartment sink. 7 dead roaches under the flip top unit on the cook line. 1 dead roach under the prep on the cook line. 2 dead roach by the handwashing sink next to the cook line. 1 dead roach under the fryers on the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of chicken, vegetable and sauces stored in the floor in the walk in cooler.
Light not functioning.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed manager a copy of poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the walk in cooler door and all reach in coolers
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed the screen door torn and door frame in disrepair at the kitchen back door.
Jan 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked with rice cooker and rice storage bin.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 had employee sign and date agreement form during inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken wings in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered wings during the inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken thawing in standing water.
Dec 2, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags in reach in cooler to store some food product.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Dec 1, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed plastic grocery bags in reach in cooler to store some food product.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed lettuce stored under raw beef. Operator removed the lettuce.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 16- Observed under three tier wire shelf near back door Operator discarded droppings then cleaned and sanitized area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of onions on floor.
Sep 7, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 6, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 4 Rodent droppings on floor behind soda reach in cooler behind counter. Approximately 12 Rodent droppings inside of hand sink next to cook line. Approximately 15 rodent droppings on floor underneath hand sink. 6 Rodent droppings on top of hand washing sink next to 3-compartment sink. Approximately 5 rodent droppings on floor in closet next to hot water heater. 3- rodent droppings in mop sink. 5 rodent droppings on floor beneath 3-compartment sink Approximately 15 rodent droppings on white dry storage shelving.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Employee provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap available at hand wash sink next to 3-compartment sink. Employee provided soap.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees in kitchen not wearing hair nets.
Food stored on floor. Observed tub full of raw pork on floor in front of 3-compartment sink. Employee removed the tub from the floor and place on counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple rodent droppings in hand wash sink next to cook line
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.