CHINA LEE
187 SEMORAN BLVD, Fern Park FL 32730 · 407.332.9888
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
OCT 24
JUL 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 22 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. -1 small flying insect near outside of walk-in cooler.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Establishment is using bleach not approved for food contact surfaces
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked wings in cooler. Operator removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee washed eye glasses in hand sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. By smoker
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In multiple food containers throughout establishment. Operator removed
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in bucket by water heater. Operator immediately removed
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lod on flour container. Operator removed
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handles touching cooked wings. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets in all white coolers and freezers
Stored food not covered. Flour for wings. Operator put cover
Sep 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. -1 small flying insect near outside of walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -pans of raw chicken and raw beef above buckets of sauce in walk-in cooler.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. -water heater not turned on. Pilot lit during inspection, water feels warm.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -no hot running water at front hand wash sink, knob broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled above first 2 woks. -gaskets soiled on front reach in cooler. -exterior of microwave, upright freezer handles soiled. -walk-in cooler shelves extremely soiled with food debris.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. -1 small flying insect near outside of walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -pans of raw chicken and raw beef above buckets of sauce in walk-in cooler.
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/ -Zhao Hai Lin expired 7/5/25
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. -water heater not turned on. Pilot lit during inspection, water feels warm.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -no hot running water at front hand wash sink, knob broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled above first 2 woks. -gaskets soiled on front reach in cooler. -exterior of microwave, upright freezer handles soiled. -walk-in cooler shelves extremely soiled with food debris.
Nov 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken in reach in freezer over shrimp and fries.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Can used to scoop dry rice, bowl used in flour and sugar. Operator removed and discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment and behind all equipment on cooks line.
Nov 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken in reach in freezer over shrimp and fries.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Can used to scoop dry rice, bowl used in flour and sugar. Operator removed and discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment and behind all equipment on cooks line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink and by dry storage shelves not functional.
Oct 31, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken in reach in freezer over shrimp and fries.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg rolls (46F - Cold Holding); noodles (46-48F - Cold Holding); pork (53F - Cold Holding); wings (49F - Cold Holding) in reach prep cooler. Per operator less than 4 hrs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee restroom, hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink, and hand wash sink by dry storage shelves.
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 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 form not signed. Operator had cook acknowledge and sign.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink, and hand wash sink by dry storage shelves.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Can used to scoop dry rice, bowl used in flour and sugar. Operator removed and discarded.
Food stored on floor. 1 case of oil stored on the floor under cooks line. 3 cases of soda stored on the floor at front service counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink, and hand wash sink by dry storage shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters, sides of all cooking equipment and behind all equipment on cooks line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink and by dry storage shelves not functional.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket by back door exit.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -tray of raw chicken on top shelf of upright freezer above frozen vegetables. Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken above sauces in walk in cooler.
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. -unable to locate. Provided new form, read and signed.
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. -Jinyong expired 4/2024.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -can used to scoop dry rice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -slight build up of grease on some hood filters. -mold-like substance on some walk in cooler shelves.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelves.
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -trays of raw chicken above mixed vegetables, French fries, shrimp in reach-in/bench freezer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -in cooked chicken in front reach-in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -all walk-in cooler shelves rusty, soiled with food debris.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -sheet pans of raw chicken above frozen vegetables in upright reach-in freezer.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. -menu items states Crab Meat Stick, facility using imitation crab. Operator correcting menus by changing to Krab.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In restroom. Soap provided prior to end of inspection.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor next to bench freezer. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hand wash sink basin and handles at front counter soiled. -walk-in cooler shelves have build up of food debris and mold-like substance.
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