CHINA HOUSE
6517 NOVA DR, Davie FL 33317 · 305.798.5249
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
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FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Observed accumulation of dead flies on sticky tapes throughout kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026006542 | Nov 18, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $480 |
| 2--2015055185 | Dec 2, 2015 | Jan 13, 2016 | $1,120 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety chicken identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. As per operator, chicken was removed from cooler approximately one hour ago. Operator added time mark.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in the walk in cooler. Operator removed cardboard.
Food stored on floor in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Nov 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat pork in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
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 raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg rolls (64F - Cold Holding) on the prep table. As per operator, item removed from refrigerator approximately 1 hour ago. Operator stored in low boy cooler to quick chill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink at left of cook line blocked with containers of soy sauce. Operator removed containers of soy sauce and sink is now accessible.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in the kitchen. As per operator, chemical is soap and water. Operator labeled properly.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves in the kitchen. Operator removed cardboard.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of oil on the cook line stored on the floor. Operator stored properly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in a container of flour in direct contact with the food. Operator removed scoop handle from food.
May 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over containers with soy sauce in walk in cooler. Operator relocate shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken hot held at 97F at cookline. Per operator, chicken transfer to cookline 1 hour before the inspection. Operator reheat chicken to 181F.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -Observed employee wash his hands in 3 compartment sink and then engaged in food preparation.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand wash sink block with containers with soy sauce.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed hand wash sink in kitchen used to stored utensils. Operator removed
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked chicken and pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, both items cooked on 04/30/2025 more than 24 hours.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Observed accumulation of dead flies on sticky tapes throughout kitchen.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -Observed soiled cardboard lining walk in cooler shelves.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -Observed employee drinks stored on top shelf in walk in cooler not segregated or identified from restaurant foods.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -Observed several fly sticky tape hanging from ceiling in kitchen areas.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on kitchen floor.
Stored food not covered. -Observed containers with cooked chicken and pork stored in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered containers.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Multiple Cardboard boxes used to stored portioned food inside - reach in freezer -Walk in freezer
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employees washing hands in triple sink.
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. Poster emailed to operator
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Two containers of soy sauce in front of sink. Employee removed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Storage shelves in cook line -Walk in cooler shelves -Walk in freezer shelves
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Mop sink used to stored cleaning equipment, brushes, brooms and a large step ladder, employee removed all.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Cook line-hand wash sink- slow drain.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken wings on standing water, employee placed on cold holding running water.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at cook line flip top, raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat vegetables. Operator relocated to bottom shelf.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed Eggrolls, fried chicken, chicken wings all no plan, held at room temperature. Plan provided via email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers more than 24 hours, per owner, with no date marks, cooked beef, marinated beef, cooked chicken, etc, etc.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk-in freezer cases of chicken on floor. Operator placed on shelves.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cleaver between equipment. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored properly.
Plumbing system in disrepair. No hot water at front hand washing sink.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in several locations in kitchen.
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Reviewed Big 6 Foodborne illnesses and provided Big 6 poster to operator.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Certified food manager certificate expired for Yong Wu Wu; ServSafe 08/06/2023 expiration
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wiping cloth stored inside hand wash sink next to cook line. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips for sanitizer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl stored inside rice bin in kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between lid of flip top cooler at cook line. Operator removed.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed hole in back kitchen screen door.
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.