CHINA ONE
3218 US H WY 27 S, Sebring FL 33870 · 863.314.8889
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed in dining area approximately 25 rodent droppings. By the wall on the floor and on boxes and on tables.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024065859 | Nov 14, 2024 | Dec 19, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a bottle of chlorox wipes next to gatorade in storage area, owner moved.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing handle on faucet at mop sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soy sauce on the floor in the walk in cooler, owner put on shelve.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer in the kitchen.
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Stored food not covered. Observed oyster sauce not covered on a shelve in the kitchen, owner covered.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at the 3-compartment sink.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection 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/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hard shell eggs above green peppers in the walk in cooler on the shelf, owner moved eggs to bottom shelf and observed raw shrimp over ketchup in reach in cooler on the cook line, employee moved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container lid in hand wash sink by front counter, owner moved.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink by front counter with no hot water.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in food preparation area, owner moved.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on the walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled with food debris in the reach in cooler on cook line.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen torn on door at back of kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed sink next to mop sink in the kitchen is leaking from the pipe.
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw hard shell eggs above ready to eat celery, operator moved.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink by front counter has no hot water.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in the broccoli in the prep area, operator moved it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler with a torn gasket.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Mop sink the cold water handle is missing.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed loose floor tiles in front of 3-compartment sink in back of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soy sauce on the floor by reach in freezer, operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in the reach in cooler on the cook line are soiled and hoods are soiled with grease.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed back screen door with a hole in it.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed a container of seasoning on top of a tool box, operator moved.
Stored food not covered. Observed pans of egg rolls and chicken in the reach in cooler not properly covered, operator placed covers on them.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mops in the empty mop bucket not air drying correctly.
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs stored at room temperature on the cook line. Owner stated the eggs were stored at room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Owner placed the eggs in the walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork stored in the walk in cooler with no date mark. Owner stated the pork was cooked on 4/19. Owner placed a date mark on the pork.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used to line the shelves under preparation tables in the kitchen. Owner removed the cardboard.
Food stored on floor. Containers of rice and soy sauce stored on the floor in the kitchen. Owner placed the items on a shelf.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in the walk in freezer behind the condenser.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of the chest freezer next to the cook line soiled. Storage racks in the walk in cooler soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken and beef thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. Owner placed the chicken and beef in the walk in cooler.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Nov 15, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. Shan Hai Zhao expired 5/16/24- Serve Safe.
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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen door in back of kitchen torn.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted and in poor condition.
Nov 14, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food in non-food grade to go bags in reach in freezer, operator removed placed in correct bag.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in freezer raw beef over peas and vegetables, operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken was stored over celery in the walk in cooler, operator removed.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed in dining area approximately 25 rodent droppings. By the wall on the floor and on boxes and on tables.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. Shan Hai Zhao expired 5/16/24- Serve Safe.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats and prepared egg rolls not date marked in walk in cooler.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. In the dining area food on the floor, throughout the kitchen containers of soy sauce on floor, and in walk in cooler boxes of fresh produce on the floor.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed screen door in back of kitchen torn.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in walk in cooler rusted and in poor condition.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl stored in sink basin at front counter/ cookline handsink. Operator removed.
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. One employee with no responsibility reporting form. Form read and signed during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining bottom of prep tables at kitchen. Seasonings and equipment stored on shelves on cardboard.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer and in chest freezer.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of bleach stored under prep table beside bag of dried sweet rice. Manager removed bleach to warewash area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at back handsink at warewash area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.observed bag of raw carrots stored on sheet pan placed under shelving in walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed walk-in freezer with ice buildup behind condenser and on floor under condenser. Observed ice buildup in reach in chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed large amount of grease and food debris in handsink at warewash area.
Stored food not covered. Observed open flour container in shelving at dry storage across from back door.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.