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CHINA KING

463155 SR 200 STE 19, Yulee FL 32097 · 9048491279

Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats10
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5501127
Grade history
OCT 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects in mop sink.
High priority/35A-02-7
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 23 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. On cook line, blanched broccoli (83F - Cooling @ 3 hours). Manager had employee heat up broccoli and begin cooling again.
High priority/03D-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler, multiple items stored in plastic to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up reach in freezer, open box of raw chicken on sticks above open box of cooked chicken and French fries. Also, in walk-in freezer on speed rack, uncovered tray of pork wontons under trays of raw chicken. Manager moved wontons above chicken.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In top of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, raw shrimp in pan behind raw peppers and onions and when needed raw shrimp lifted over ready to eat items. Manager put raw shrimp in front of ready to eat items.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen, raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item was out for orders then put back into cooler. Also, in flip top reach in cooler on cook line, cooked chicken (46F-47F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Manager stated lids have been open all morning and shut lids. Also, near prep table, raw pork (47F - Cold Holding). Raw pork delivered 3 hours prior and left out till employees could cut it. Manager put all pork in walk-in cooler till employees are ready to work with it. Also, in walk-in cooler, two tubs of cooked chicken (48F-51F - Cold Holding). Manager stated door was propped open recently to put food away.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. On crash cart on cook line, can of raw shelled egg held on time have no time marking. Manager asked employee when the6 were pulled out and added time marking.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Near three compartment sink, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Manager added more water to bucket and rechecked at 100ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk-in cooler made yesterday per manager not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In dry storage, to go bowl used as scoop in sugar bag. Manager removed bowl.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On table next to flip top reach in cooler, employee water bottles, coffee mug and travel mug next to single service items.
Basic/12B-07-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior back door propped open and screen door has large gap at bottom.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cook line soiled heavily with grease and food debris. Also, floor under reach in cooler/reach in freezer on cook line soiled with food debris. Also, floor of walk-in cooler soiled with food debris. Also, floor under three compartment sink soiled with food debris and build up.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Under cook line, container of fry oil on floor. Also, in lobby two cases of water stored on floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in freezer on cook line.
Basic/14-69-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In stand up reach in freezer, handle of scoop in container of ice touching product.
Basic/10-08-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In large white containers in dry storage/prep area of rice, flour and sugar, handle of scoops touching products. Manager stated to removed handles from products.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug missing from dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets in establishment soiled with food debris or black mold-like substance. Also, hood filters above cook line soiled with grease build up. Also, multiple shelves on cook line and dry storage soiled with food debris. Also, mop sink soiled with food debris and build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of stand up reach in cooler at entrance of kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On bottom shelf under hot soups, tin foil used to line shelf torn/soiled.
Basic/14-20-4
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. At front counter, sanitizer bucket is made with soap and sanitizer together. Manager dumped out liquid and remade bucket with just sanitizer and water.
Basic/21-03-4
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front counter, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee stated she put a cap full of bleach in large sanitizer bucket. Manager remade bucket and rechecked at 100ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Near three compartment sink, sanitizer bucket stored on floor. Manager moved bucket off floor.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed two live flying insects in mop sink.
High priority/35A-02-7
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer cheese wontons stored in plastic to go bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in freezer on speed rack, raw beef stored in sheet trays above uncovered prepped cheese wontons. Also, in walk-in cooler plastic tub of raw chicken stored on top of plastic tub of raw beef. Operator switched items.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In stand up reach in cooler to right when entering kitchen, cooked pork (44F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated chicken and pork has been in cooler since yesterday. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler to right when entering kitchen, cooked pork (44F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated chicken and pork has been in cooler since yesterday. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. On crash cart on cook line, can of raw shelled eggs held on time as a public health control with no date mark.
High priority/03F-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In prep area, brown rice (135F - Cooling @ 1 hour, 108F @ 1.5 hours). Brown rice is in large metal pot with metal tray covering pot. Operator stated he will put in walk-in cooler to cool faster.
Intermediate/03D-15-4/Corrective Action Taken
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. On bottom shelf of prep table in back kitchen, soiled cardboard in shelf.
Basic/14-45-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unisex bathroom, no covered trash can.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door kept open. Screen door with gap at bottom and not self closing or tight fitting when closed.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under wok station/fryers soiled with grease and food debris. Also, floor under reach in cooler and reach in freezer on cook line soiled with food debris. Also, floor under prep sink soiled with food debris. Also, ceiling vents in restroom soiled with dust build up. Also, floor in dry storage soiled with debris/food debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. In prep area, white bucket of soup base on floor. Also, near three compartment sink, white bucket of noodles stored on floor. Also, on cook line, white bucket of oil on floor. Also, multiple cases of raw chicken on floor in walk-in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Missing drain plug at dumpster. On shared dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cook line soiled with grease build up. Also, interior shelf under soup warmer soiled with food debris. Also, mop sink heavily soiled with build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid. On shared dumpster, lid open.
Basic/33-16-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of stand up reach in cooler to right when entering kitchen soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On top shelf of cook line, stack of to go bowls and to go lids not inverted. Operator filled over.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. On back dry storage shelf, container of flour stored with no lid. Operator wrapped with plastic wrap.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front counter, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee added more bleach and rechecked at 100ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. In kitchen near three compartment sink, sanitizer bucket stored on floor.
Basic/21-38-4
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Crab rations in direct contact with a non food grade bag in reach in freezer. Discussed with operator. Also, cooked chicken next to fryers stored in direct contact of cardboard box.
High priority/14-86-1
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp in reach in cooler on food prep line was at 57, observed operator place it in walk I'm cooler to chill after 30 minutes took a re temp and it was at 55 Cooked pork on cook line was at 46F took a 2nd temp an hour later it was at 43F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Items used for TPHC on cook line, chicken, spring roles not marked according to paperwork, operator stated items placed on time when they opened at 11a. discussed with Operator the option to use specific times of day vs labeling of tray. Operator placed specific times on TPHC paperwork
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm) next to triple sink. Test strip turned dark purple, exceeding maximum concentration allowed. Operator added more water to dilute solution. Retested at 100ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on Reach in cooler across from wok station and portable cutting board in prep area soiled/ stained.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash station above the prep line. Operator placed roll of paper towels at hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink at front counter. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in in walk-in cooler under shelves soiled. Also, floor under and around fryers on cook line soiled.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Bottle of cooking oil on floor in front of food on cook line Cooking oil on floor in kitchen area Multiple boxes of food on floor in freezer area Plastic bucket of carrots on floor in walk in cooler Operator removed oil from the floor
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Utensils handles found laying in food In the ice tray, sugar and rice bins
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of multiple pieces of equipment on cook line, prep area and storage area soiled. Also, exterior and handles of some of the white bins containing rice soiled. Also, exterior of lid and handle of rice cooker soiled. Also, filters in hood above fryers and wok station soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Container of batter found on a shelf with items above it in the back food storage area
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle for unisex restroom in dining area.
Basic/32-12-6/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board for flip top cooler on make line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two (2) water bottles stored on prep table near make line.
Basic/12B-07-4/Repeat Violation
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drinking from can of soda in kitchen. Can discarded.
Basic/12B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored on shelf across from fryers with single use items.
Basic/40-06-5
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen. Floor under storage racks in kitchen. Floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor near cooking equipment in kitchen.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves and legs of prep tables are soiled. Multiple handles for reach in coolers/freezers.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On make line, single use lids and containers not inverted. Items inverted.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In back storage area, bulk containers of flour, sugar and msg not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Oct 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up white freezer across from fryers, opened raw shrimp stored over ready to eat french fries. Items moved and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
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 plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104 (Clean Up Instructions for Vomitting/Diarrhea).
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some employee training records are expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Multiple shelves in kitchen are lined with cardboard.
Basic/14-45-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Missing in unisex restroom in dining area.
Basic/32-12-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license displayed expired 06/01/2024. Operator showed new license on phone and will post.
Basic/50-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in middle of kitchen. Water removed.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under triple sink in kitchen. Floor in walk in cooler. Floor in walk in freezer. Wall under triple sink in kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Container of oil by cook line. Sauces in dry food storage area. Fish in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Multiple scoop handles sitting in bulk sugar containers.
Basic/10-01-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets for reach in coolers. Mop sink. Exterior of rice cookers.
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In triple sink in kitchen, employee thawing chicken in standing water. Operator turned on water to run.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket by front counter tested 0ppm. Chlorine added and retested 100ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk white container of sugar in dry storage. Container labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Krab ragoons in clear smiling face bags in walk in freezer
High priority/14-31-5
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Egg roll, general chicken and sour chicken. Placed on time
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store bucket in hand sink moved
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bbq sauce in walk in cooler
Basic/14-01-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks on prep tables
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Peas being prepped in dinning room
Basic/08B-48-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of Wonton skin on Walk in freezer floor
Basic/08B-47-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between cooler and prep table
Basic/10-17-4
Jul 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In freezer krab ragoons in shopping no. Food grade bags
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Shelled eggs over mushrooms moved
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. On egg rolls and on chicken, placed on time
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Stored between cooler and steamer, removed
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site

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.