CHINA MOON
1540 ALTON ROAD, Miami Beach FL 33139
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 6 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed Home Depot plastic containers with sauces inside in the walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs over sprite and coke cans in the walk-in cooler.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Oneri was working and has been here for approximately 3 months.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of rice and sauce. The cook removed them.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles replaced with cardboard.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 3 tiles cracked.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one large dead roach by the back door. The cook swept it up and put it in the trash.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under the equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed large plastic containers with different foods on the floor in the dry storage room.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in the mop bucket.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked ribs. The owner moved the eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ribs (50F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. As per the owner the temperature was good in the morning.The owner removed the items and put them in another cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the light lenses soiled.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a food handler early grapes over a preparation table.
Food stored on floor. Observed two plastic containers with spices on the floor in the dry storage area. The owner put the food on shelves and empty containers.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed two new light with no shield.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filter and hood system under the filters soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mop in the mop bucket. The owner put it over the mop sink to dry.
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables in the walk-in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed the cook touched his face and continued prepping chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg drop soup (121F - Hot Holding); chicken soup (121F - Hot Holding). As per the manager the soups were put on line approximately three hours ago. The cook checked and noticed the heating element was off. The cook turned on the heat.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of rice. The ma
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in the unisex restroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed several different food in plastic containers on the walk-in cooler and freezer floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in freezer gasket soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a half empty water bottle in the upright reach in cooler at the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a container of chicken at 71°F on a rack next to the fryer. As per the manager they put it there approximately one hour ago. The cook started frying the chicken.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw meat over broccoli in the walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic container with water and a towel in the hand washing sink. I removed it to wash my hands and the operator put it back.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink. Observed a quaternary test kit chlorine is being used to sanitize.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with different proteins and vegetables on the walk-in freezer floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in freezer gasket soiled. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different food and metal pans with noddles on the walk-in freezer floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled.
Jul 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid during inspection.
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. Form provided via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a plastic bucket in the sink.
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. As per the manager the following employees have been working for more than 60 days; Lee, Ronald
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. Form provided via email.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of flour. The manager removed it.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed several plastic containers with different food and metal pans with noddles on the walk-in freezer floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of sugar. The manager moved the handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a container with a water temperature of 105°F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler and freezer gaskets soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers not labeled throughout the cook line.
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.