CHINA HOT EXPRESS LLC
4700 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL, Orlando FL 32839 · 407.851.2888
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on onion in rear cooler room -approximately 5 live roaches on wooden supports under white chest freezer in cooler room
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026021907 | Mar 24, 2026 | Apr 23, 2026 | $400 |
| 4--2023009423 | Feb 8, 2023 | Mar 22, 2023 | $800 |
| 4--2022059859 | Dec 9, 2022 | Jan 11, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2019009105 | Dec 18, 2018 | Mar 21, 2019 | $200 |
| 4--2019007673 | Feb 6, 2019 | Mar 20, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Thank you bags with cooked chicken
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less.; shelled eggs ambient (60F - Cold Holding). Held above the cold line in prep cooler. Less than 4 hours.. Placed in the cooler to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. leafy greens (56F - Cold Holding); Held above the cold line in prep cooler. Less than 4 hours. Placed in the cooler to cool.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink located on cook line filled with bags of wontons.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Two sinks located in the kitchen. Management replaced.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employees restroom. Added soap.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dry storage, cook line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle of sink located on the front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 86F spoon for rice. Discard water.
Light not functioning. Hood. Throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of equipment located on the cook line.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. #10 can used to scoop rice. Removed can.
Single-service articles improperly stored. On the floor. Management picked them up.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and egg rolls located in reach in freezer. Management covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Large containers with white substance.
Mar 25, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate18 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -multiple items throughout
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -all units throughout
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -walk in cooler shelves
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -throughout
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -throughout
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee personal items stored on paper towel rack at kitchen entrance
Equipment in poor repair. -walk in cooler seals damaged
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -food debris on floor in walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. -food items outside employee restroom
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Light not functioning. -multiple lights throughout kitchen and storage
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -multiple throughout
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of equipment throughout -hood filters soiled
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. -side lobby door
Plumbing system in disrepair. -hand wash sink at front counter cold water line cut
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. -rear door
Single-service articles improperly stored. -single service items outside employee restroom stored on floor
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -hand wash sink in prep area
- From initial inspection : Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. -side door in lobby bolted closed
Mar 24, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 34 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority2 Intermediate26 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -2 small flying insects on wall in employee restroom
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -multiple items throughout
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on onion in rear cooler room -approximately 5 live roaches on wooden supports under white chest freezer in cooler room
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -roach droppings around water heater access panel -roach droppings around door frame leading to front counter
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -2 rodent drippings left of drink cooler in dining room -approximately -Approximately 100 rodent droppings coming from hole in wall in employee restroom -approximately 10 rodent droppings in storage area outside employee restroom -approximately 200 rodent droppings under front counter storing single service items
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. -evidence of rodent nesting in employee restroom, single service items and food items stored outside restroom
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink in restroom -hand wash sink in prep area
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -all units throughout
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -walk in cooler shelves
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -throughout
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -throughout
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -3 dead roaches poking out of water heater access panel -10 dead roaches in reach in cooler used as bank storage -3 dead roaches on top of oven
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee personal items stored on paper towel rack at kitchen entrance
Equipment in poor repair. -walk in cooler seals damaged
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -food debris on floor in walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. -food items outside employee restroom
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -flour scoop in food product
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of smoker
Light not functioning. -multiple lights throughout kitchen and storage
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -multiple throughout
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of equipment throughout -hood filters soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -drink in cook line cooler
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. -side lobby door
Plumbing system in disrepair. -hand wash sink at front counter cold water line cut
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -reach in cooler on cook line
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. -rear door
Single-service articles improperly stored. -single service items outside employee restroom stored on floor
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -hand wash sink in prep area
Stored food not covered. -sauce bins in walk in cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour bins not labeled
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. -side door in lobby bolted closed
Oct 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate16 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. Raw beef out of original package over cooked clams in freezer. Operator immediately removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Cooked pork, raw chicken, egg rolls, sprouts, cream cheese, raw pork; (47-50F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler overnight per operator. Operator immediately discarded
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Paper towels in hand sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Both bathrooms
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both bathrooms
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several Ceiling tiles have water damage
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In guest bathroom
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep table and prep cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil on floor. Operator immediately removed
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In msg. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Bottom interior of smoker
Light not functioning. 1 Light burned out under hood
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Several light shields in kitchen out of place and 1 cracked
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in prep cooler - sides of fryers -Top of smoker
Plumbing system in disrepair. Urnal in employee bathroom
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back exit door
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items on floor in hallway
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in freezer not covered. Operator immediately covered
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour. Operator labeled
Oct 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate16 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. Raw beef out of original package over cooked clams in freezer. Operator immediately removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Cooked pork, raw chicken, egg rolls, sprouts, cream cheese, raw pork; (47-50F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler overnight per operator. Operator immediately discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut cabbage (56F - Cold Holding) in prep cooler less than 4hrs per operator. Operator removed to bottom cooler temp recovery (corrective action taken) -Cooked pork, raw chicken, egg rolls, sprouts, cream cheese, raw pork; (47-50F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler overnight per operator. Operator immediately discarded ( corrected on site)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Paper towels in hand sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Both bathrooms
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both bathrooms
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several Ceiling tiles have water damage
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In guest bathroom
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep table and prep cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil on floor. Operator immediately removed
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In msg. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Bottom interior of smoker
Light not functioning. 1 Light burned out under hood
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Several light shields in kitchen out of place and 1 cracked
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in prep cooler - sides of fryers -Top of smoker
Plumbing system in disrepair. Urnal in employee bathroom
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back exit door
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple cases of single service items on floor in hallway
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in freezer not covered. Operator immediately covered
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour. Operator labeled
Apr 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator is holding boba on time control. Made at 12pm. Operator discarded before 4pm
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with time plan for boba
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In only bathroom for customers
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal in employee bathroom is clogged
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of multiple seasonings and flour
Apr 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over container of pork in prep table cooler. Operator immediately removed
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 10 rodent droppings found in corner of storage area. Operator immediately cleaned up and discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator is holding boba on time control. Made at 12pm. Operator discarded before 4pm
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided operator with time plan for boba
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar container. Operator immediately removed
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Hole in ceiling tile Above walk in cooler
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In only bathroom for customers
Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches in storage area under shelves 2 dead roaches behind crash cart next to storage area 1 dead roach under shelf on cookline. 1 dead roach behind chest freezer on cook line. Operator immediately cleaned up and discarded all.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Purse on chest freezer. Operator immediately removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment and shelf on cook line Floor where bulk containers and chest freezer are stored
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed oil
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Water Bottle used for cooking, container of biscuits, and container of sauce with no handles were stored in sprouts, peas, containers. Operator immediately removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving under microwave
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Urinal in employee bathroom is clogged
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of multiple seasonings and flour
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make table cutting board.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink on cook line.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Table on the end of cook line covered with cardboard.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex restroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk freezer and chest freezer.
Light not functioning. Back of kitchen
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rice cookers old food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Make table cooler on cook line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. walk in cooler.
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards soiled including the attached make table cutting board.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date mark on any items.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in chest freezer.
Light not functioning. Lights out throughout kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area. Cracked and damaged shields.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler.
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans of corn.
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. Chicken above wontons in chest cooler.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Seafood double delight made with imitation crab. Operator changed menu to Krab.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards soiled including the attached make table cutting board.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink in back of kitchen blocked by furniture and sink on cook line items are stored in sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sink in restroom.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date mark on any items.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Coolers.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean knife stored on shell egg carton.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on top of rice cooker.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment on cook line.
Food stored on floor. 2 bags of rice on floor in dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in chest freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven on cook line soiled with old food debris.
Light not functioning. Lights out throughout kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area. Cracked and damaged shields.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink on cook line and sink in restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All equipment on cook line old food debris and heavy grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of make table cooler old food debris.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Cut onions in chicken box.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Oct 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Colored menus used for egg rolls.
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 operator with form.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in sugar container.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Covering table at end of cook line.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License are current active.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler old food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Stand up reach in cooler in back of kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop water 78F Oper
Light not functioning. In back of kitchen cook line, in front of walk in cooler.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Several light shields in kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sink on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and filters grease build up. Outside of fryers old food debris and grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler on make table.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler.
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.