CHINA INN USA INC
18990 S TAMIAMI TRL #106, Fort Myers FL 33908 · 239.278.1668
Last inspected Dec 1, 2025 · 9 visits since July 2023
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DEC 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on hand wash sink in dishwash area and 1 live roach crawling on floor underneath cook line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of chopped raw pork stored over container of raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Operator switched containers.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles above dishwash area. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable ceiling tiles. Operator in the process of replacing.
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator switched containers.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable ceiling tiles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath shelving in dry storage.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Educated operator on defrosting freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw pork thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water.
Dec 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on hand wash sink in dishwash area and 1 live roach crawling on floor underneath cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink in back food prep area. Educated operator on importance of hand wash sink only. Operator removed plastic container.
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 completed form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut cabbage, precooked meats, and precooked shrimp not date marked in walk in cooler.
Accumulation of dead insects in control devices. Operator discarded control devices.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable ceiling tiles.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath food prep sink.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic buckets of pork on floor in kitchen and observed containers of raw chicken on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Educated operator on defrosting freezer.
Stored food not covered. Observed meats and vegetables not covered in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in hand wash sink in back food prep area. Operator removed plastic container.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Restroom. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable ceiling tiles.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
May 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1400 COLONIAL BLVD STE 35, Fort Myers — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs sitting out at room temperature less than 4 hours. Operator placed raw eggs in reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven.
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. Educated operator on completing form. Operator completed form.
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 precooked chicken not date marked in reach in freezer. Educated operator on importance of date marking.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on water faucet for steam table at cook line.
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored by clean equipment. Operator removed chemicals.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by chair. Operator moved chair.
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 completed form.
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 frozen precooked chopped pork not date marked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked chopped pork and cut cabbage not date marked in walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Educated operator on importance of labeling bottles.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath fryers.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed jug reused as scoop. Operator discarded jug.
Stored food not covered. Observed chopping cabbage and precooked pork not covered in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken thawing in standing water. Operator drained water.
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Dishwash area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris, slime-like substance. Reach in cooler gaskets at front service area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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