CHINA ICHIBAN BUFFET
800 S FEDERAL HWY, Deerfield Beach FL 33341 · 954-531-1316
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. Observed approximately 16 rodent droppings in dry storage area around water heater and behind washer and dryer. 2. Observed 6 rodent droppings under counter at sushi prep area. 3. Observed 2 rodent droppings under drain board in ware washing area. Operator cleaned areas at the time of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025003693 | Jan 13, 2025 | Feb 26, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2018030172 | May 11, 2018 | Jun 29, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime on can opener blade and holster in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal jacket stored on food prep table on roll of paper towels and next to cleaned food utensils in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed in use rice spoon, in Utensils water 78F, on food prep tables next to rice warmer. 2. Observed in use hibachi spatulas stored in bucket with on floor in Utensil water 105F at hibachi station.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper plugged in and hanging from ceiling in kitchen.
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Two door reach-in cooler shelves in kitchen with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet orange wiping towels stored on food prep tables throughout kitchen.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 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 at Hot, cold, and sushi buffet. Operator time marked 10:30a-2:30p.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of degreaser stored on shelf next to clean food utensils opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on cutting boards stored clean and stored on bottom shelf of food prep table in kitchen.
Ceiling tile soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed in use spoon stored in Utensil water 76F, next to rice warmer in kitchen. 2. Observed in use spatula on prep table in kitchen stored in Utensil water 77F.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris next to two door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Door gaskets at three door reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch at exterior screen door in kitchen.
Sep 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw fish and container of raw shrimp stored on shelf above unwashed bananas in cardboard box, tomatoes in cardboard box, and bagged carrots in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged yellow fin tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in the reach in cooler opposite triple sink in kitchen. See Stop Sale.
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 at the hot buffet and sushi buffet line. Operator time marked during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored next to bowls on shelf opposite cookline in kitchen. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken cooked more than 24 hours ago per operator, stored in reach in cooler in kitchen with no date marking. Operator date marked.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged yellow fin tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in the reach in cooler opposite triple sink in kitchen. See Stop Sale.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed two food employees drinking water at the cookline in the kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee at sushi counter rinsing soiled hotel pans at the triple sink then drying with paper towels, and storing with cleaned utensils at sushi prep flip top reach in cooler. Operator removed all dishes and took them to the dishwasher to be properly washed and sanitized.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door gaskets on three door reach in cooler opposite cookline in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil water 85F, with in use rice scoop stored next to rice warmers in kitchen.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator adjusted line and retested Chlorine at 100ppm..
Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some certificates dated but missing names.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Bucket of utensils stored in bucket of water on floor at grill line.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of noodles in water stored on floor next to walk in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grill utensils stored in Utensil water 78F in bucket on floor at grill line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket in dry storage area. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on food prep table at cook line in kitchen and at drain board of dish machine in ware wash area.
Jan 14, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags stored in plastic jug not in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracks and holes in floor tile throughout kitchen, prep, and ware washing areas.
Jan 13, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 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 priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container with packaged raw beef stored on shelf above bagged raw onions in walk in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1. Observed approximately 16 rodent droppings in dry storage area around water heater and behind washer and dryer. 2. Observed 6 rodent droppings under counter at sushi prep area. 3. Observed 2 rodent droppings under drain board in ware washing area. Operator cleaned areas at the time of inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Container of raw pre-shucked clams/mussels/oysters does not have a proper label. See stop sale. Observed raw, shucked oysters on metal pans in walk in freezer without any labeling or tags attached. See Stop Sale.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed tags stored in plastic jug not in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Container of raw pre-shucked clams/mussels/oysters does not have a proper label. See stop sale. Observed raw, shucked oysters on metal pans in walk in freezer without any labeling or tags attached. See Stop Sale.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed yellow and blue toxic substances in spray bottles, stored beneath the hand sink not labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 1. Observed opened personal can of Red Bull and opened bottle of coca-cola on food prep table opposite hibachi station. 2. Observed two personal opened water bottles on food prep table opposite fryers in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracks and holes in floor tile throughout kitchen, prep, and ware washing areas.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. One light not shielded in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the Hibachi station.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths observed stored on food prep table opposite fryers, at hibachi station prep table, and at cook line in kitchen.
Oct 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor in front of cook line in kitchen.
Light not functioning. One light not functioning at hood above cook line in kitchen.
Oct 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine Chlorine 0ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw chicken stored on shelf above raw zucchini in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink stored on storage rack above rice. Operator removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on floor in front of cook line in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil water 85F with in use spoon for rice, stored on prep table in kitchen. Operator discarded water, stored spoon dry.
Light not functioning. One light not functioning at hood above cook line in kitchen.
May 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of Fi Hood, bamboo shoot, stored on can storage rack in prep area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. 1. Container of raw chicken stored over dumpling in the walk in cooler. 2. Container of raw chicken stored over bucket of raw shrimp in the walk in cooler. 3. Cartons on raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
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. 1. Boxed chicken stored over raw beef no longer in original packaging. 2. Raw beef no longer in original packaging stored over ready to eat corn
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 12 cracked or broken raw shell eggs stored in walk in cooler in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Observed raw shell egg ambient (57F) at reach in cooler at hibachi station. Not prepared or portioned today. Food stacked too high inside unit. Operator removed some product and placed in reach in cooler to quick chill to 41 or below.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on can opener blade and housing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, next to Dishmachine and hand wash sink next to walk-in cooler door in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed at reach in cooler opposite food prep sink, containers of crabmeat, salmon and seaweed salad, moved from the freezer today and not date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No Date marking observed on cooked chicken, cooked beef, and cooked pork stored in the walk in cooler and prepared more than 24 hours ago.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal cell phone observed charging on food prep table, stored next to cooked rice. Operator removed.
Floor has accumulation of debris. Observed underneath dry storage racks in back hallway.
Floor tiles in disrepair, throughout kitchen and prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice spoon stored in container with utensil water 84F. Operator discarded water and stored dry.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Dust and Cobb webs around walk in freezer door. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored wet in mop bucket near walk in freezer in kitchen
May 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented can of apple sauce stored on can storage rack in prep area of kitchen.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee, in kitchen, place trash into garbage can and push trash down with gloved hands and then handled clean food utensils without handwashing.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon in hand sink by cookline in the kitchen. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. 1. No paper towels at hand sink by ware wash area and hand sink by walk in cooler door in kitchen. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink, in ware wash area. Operator provided.
Ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above prep area cracked and peeling.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee personal beverage on food prep table next to food utensils on tables next to and opposite fryer. Operator discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior doors, on two door reach in cooler next to chest freezer in prep area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on cutting board at sushi prep table, hibachi prep table, and cook line. Operator removed.
Mar 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. 1. Container of raw chicken stored above container of raw steak in walk in cooler. 2. Container of raw tenderized steak stored above container of raw shrimp walk in cooler. 3. Container of raw shrimp stored over cooked clams in the reach in cooler opposite cook line in the kitchen. Operator reorganized coolers.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer solution at the triple sink 200+ppm. Operator remade solution and tested at 100ppm.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee unisex bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board stored behind faucet at the food prep sink. Operator discarded.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Handle missing on chest freezer door, opposite food prep sink in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. 1. Bucket of noodles stored on the floor in the kitchen. Operator removed. 2. Container of avocados stored on the floor at sushi prep station. Operator removed.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Oct 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
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. 1. Unpackaged raw chicken in a pan over unpackaged frozen pork dumpling in a pan. 2. Unpackaged raw chicken over unpackaged raw beef in a pan in the walk in freezer. Operator reorganized.
Oct 18, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. Two dented cans of globe, apple filling, 7lbs each. See stop sale.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in the walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
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. 1. Unpackaged raw chicken in a pan over unpackaged frozen pork dumpling in a pan. 2. Unpackaged raw chicken over unpackaged raw beef in a pan in the walk in freezer. Operator reorganized.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Aerosol can of raid and bottle of soap stored on food prep table next to clean utensils. Operator removed.
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/ Binbin Zhang, 6/17/16 Yu Ouyang, 7/11/17
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Can opener blade at food prep table in the kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cooked noodles, chicken, vegetable pieces, and a straw in drain at the hand wash sink in the ware wash area.
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.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Hot and cold buffet line on Tphc, operator has no written policy. Provided procedures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Fourteen pans of food held more than 48 hours per operator not dated.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table next to clean utensils on food prep table across from the cook-line in the kitchen. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal bag stored on top of bagged rice on shelf in dry storage area. Operator removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in M3 reach in cooler opposite the cook line in the kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in reach in cooler with food to be served to customers. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.frozen cooked clams and mussels thawing at room temp in container on food prep table opposite cookline.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt, sugar, and msg in containers at cookline without label. Operator labeled "salt", "sugar", and "msg".
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