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CHINA KING

45 N INDIANA AVE, Englewood FL 34223 · 941-208-6688

Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 4 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6804558
Grade history
AUG 23
NOV 23
MAY 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING

4 inspections trending up, 16 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
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 processed chicken over raw processed pork in reach-in-freezer. Observed operator arrange items for proper storage.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2023057078Aug 17, 2023Nov 6, 2023$200

Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Operator moved shrimp has test kit for quaternary sanitizer but is using chlorine sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-32-5
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 had blank copy of form posted but no signed copies. Informed operator they must print and sign more copies.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut and marinated beef and chicken, dumplings, and cooked pork in walk-in cooler and reach-in freezer Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Food stored on floor. Observed tub of shrimp in walk-in cooler stored on floor below shelves. Operator moved shrimp to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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 processed chicken over raw processed pork in reach-in-freezer. Observed operator arrange items for proper storage.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
Intermediate/11-05-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Repeat 8-17-23
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of bug spray on floor by mop sink. Repeat 1-27-23
High priority/41-05-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, beef and dumplings in reach-in-freezer prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement not date marked. Repeat 1-27-23
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Observed jug of fry oil on floor by reach-in-freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Basic/38-07-4

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.