CHINA OCEAN INC
15098 SW 56 ST, Miami FL 33185 · 305.385.9938
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Utensils.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked noodles inside WIC.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (67F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (47F - Cold Holding) at cook line ambient temperature, as per chef for approximately 30 minutes prior.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside HWS at kitchen entrance.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken, cooked noodles inside WIC with no date marked, as per cook from previous day.
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at preparation table near the triple sink.
Apr 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate18 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed product reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near triple sink used to stored metal dishes scrubber.
No cleaning agent available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until cleaning agent is available for warewashing. Operator went and purchased cleaning agent at time of the inspection.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cook chicken, rice, honey chicken at walk in cooler.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed in the kitchen.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at cook line.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing above the walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen with heavy water damage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of soup stored on floor at walk in cooler.
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing near cook line 68F. Operator discarded water.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwash sink heavily soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed water leaking soiled wiping cloth in contact with food at walk in cooler.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water at handwash sink near the triple sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of honey chicken not covered at walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near the triple sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation line and cook line.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at preparation table near the triple sink.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave soiled in inside.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed floor behind multiple cardboard boxes around the establishment used as garbage container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area shows damage.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetable oil stored on the front counter area floor under.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed inside kitchen area storage shelves not organized.
Oct 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed vitamin container located in the storage shelves located in the kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over dumplings.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave soiled in inside.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Operator unable to to provide proof of required state approved employee training provided for wei lan chzheng she is been working here for more than a year.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment observed between fryers with heavy grease buildup.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed floor behind multiple cardboard boxes around the establishment used as garbage container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area shows damage.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetable oil stored on the front counter area floor under.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under prep table with heavy soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed dessert prep coolers soiled in the inside.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed inside kitchen area storage shelves not organized.
Stored food not covered. Observed cases spring rolls not covered located in the kitchen area..
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled walls soiled throughout the establishment.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over sprouts. Operator properly stored it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Cardboard box used as garbage container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling shows like water damage at the front line.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. At the bathroom
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of shrimp on the walk in cooler floor. Plastic container with chicken on kitchen floor. Operator properly stored it.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled, exterior of kitchen equipment soiled.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator properly stored it.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Cook line.
Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Utensils.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Owner opened/ adjusted lower faucet.Cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed unit handles soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pts and pans not inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cooking equipments.
Food stored on floor. Vegetables in a bag on floor at kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Observed raw beef in nonfood-grade bags stored inside the standing reach in freezer, located at dry storage.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef over cooked noodles stored inside the walk in cooler. Operator removed items, and place them correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled, located at cooking line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed mopping bucket stored in front of the hand sink located near the three compartment sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer gaskets torn, located near the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets, standing reach in freezers gaskets soiled.
Observed Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable., located at cooking line.
Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit, located at preparation area. Employee discard the water.
Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, located at cooking line
Observed Reach-in cooler interior, and standing freezers have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line, and dry storage area.
Observed buildup of food debris/soil residue on all equipment door handles.
Observed ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over celery in up right refrigerator by cook line. Manager moved eggs to bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line make table: cooked ham 46F, bean sprouts 53F, less than 4 hours, moved to walking at time of inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker required on faucet where hose is connected.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment sink. Manager discussed with employee.
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. No proof for cashier. Provided reporting form to operator.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board lining inside of cut onions container. Linens laying on top of cut onions. Manager removed linens and card board.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above front counter area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying license expired 2018. Provided flyer on self print licenses to manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket area of walk-in cooler, walk-in cooler shelves, handle areas of upright reach in freezers and make table lid.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Near three compartment sink.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. By dish pit.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under handwash in dish pit leaking.
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.