CHINA KING
2450 LAUREL ROAD EAST, Venice FL 34275 · 941.486.0088
Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
APR 26
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5 inspections trending up, 13 points better than where it started.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023060343 | Sep 7, 2023 | Nov 20, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across cook line gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours in the walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Neng Li Zheng food manager certification expired 1/2/2025.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the keys.
Missing drain plug at shared dumpster.
Open shared dumpster lid.
Reach-in freezer bottom interior has accumulation of blood residue.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in the back of the kitchen.
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking. The operator placed date marks on the egg rolls.
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 handles for salt and sugar not stored above the food product in the dry storage area. The operator removed the scoops.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep area. The operator removed the wet cloth.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels at the entrance to the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. The operator ran cold water over the chicken.
Jan 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed krab rangoon stored in non-food grade bags in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the food product.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed cabbage in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the unwashed cabbage.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler. door handles.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops used for sugar and flour not stored with the handle above the food product. The operator removed the scoops from the foods.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Sep 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup stored in the reach in cooler next to food for the public. The operator properly stored the medicine.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three dented cans of oyster sauce in the dry storage area. Observed three dented cans of soy sauce in the dry storage area. Observed a dented #10 can of ketchup in the dry storage area. The operator segregated the products for return.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored over unwashed sweet potatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pork in the reach in cooler at the front of the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored next to single service wrapped straws at the front counter. The operator properly stored the spray bottles.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sinks in the kitchen blocked by a trash can and cooking equipment. The operator removed the obstructions making the handwashing sinks accessible.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage container on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in the kitchen.
In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops used for multiple food items stored on soiled container lids throughout the kitchen. The operator placed the scoops on the dish area for sanitization.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of food residues.
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.