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CHINA STAR

1111 HOMESTEAD RD N #19, Lehigh Acres FL 33936 · 239-369-1110

Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats120
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4601488
Grade history
SEP 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed container of Rodenticide used to store garlic in it, in the walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-32-4
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Disciplinary actions

7 cases · $2,920

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2022007329Jan 27, 2022May 3, 2022$200
7--2019051032Aug 13, 2019Nov 4, 2019$800
7--2019031050Apr 30, 2019Aug 1, 2019$600
7--2018053288Sep 6, 2018Dec 7, 2018$320
7--2018032413May 24, 2018Oct 19, 2018$200
7--2015014705Mar 23, 2015Apr 13, 2015$400
7--2014052203Dec 6, 2014Feb 19, 2015$400

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

May 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls, battered chicken cooked chicken wings I bus tubs in the walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to employee, not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed egg rolls, battered chicken cooked chicken wings I bus tubs in the walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to employee, not date marked. Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing or broken in warewashing area, rear prep area, and by the kitchen swinging doors in the entrance.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed cove molding missing or broken in warewashing area, rear prep area, and by the kitchen swinging doors in the entrance. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in gaskets torn on the cook line and on the stand up,reach in coolers.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed gaskets on the reach in coolers on the cook line and the stand up steel door refrigerator with torn gaskets. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath the door in the exterior hallway.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath the door in the exterior hallway. Time Extended
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked or missing in the warewashing area, Cook line, and rear prep area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed floor tiles cracked or missing in the warewashing area, Cook line, and rear prep area. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed hole in the wall under the 3 compartment sink Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets in the kitchen area, fan guards in the walk in cooler, and shelves in the walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed reach in gaskets in the kitchen area, fan guards in the walk in cooler, and shelves in the walk in cooler soiled with food debris. Time Extended
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed exterior door to the restaurant propped open.
Basic/35B-05-4/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed exterior door to the restaurant propped open. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the prep kitchen area, the ware-washing area and the cook line.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed wall soiled in the prep kitchen area, the ware-washing area and the cook line. Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled carpet in the dining room.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Observed soiled carpet in the dining room. Time Extended
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May 14, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Fried chicken 50F 5#, Battered fan tail shrimp 49F 15#, Cooked ribs 50F 15#, Egg rolls 49F 20#, Breaded chicken nuggets 51F 15# in the reach in cooler next to the smoker oven in the front kitchen. Observed Cheese wontons 50F45#, Chicken breaded 48F 45#, Cooked pasta 47F 20 # in the walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried chicken 50F 5#, Battered fan tail shrimp 49F 15#, Cooked ribs 50F 15#, Egg rolls 49F 20#, Breaded chicken nuggets 51F 15# in the reach in cooler next to the smoker oven in the front kitchen. Observed Cheese wontons 50F45#, Chicken breaded 48F 45#, Cooked pasta 47F 20 # in the walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls, battered chicken cooked chicken wings I bus tubs in the walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to employee, not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing or broken in warewashing area, rear prep area, and by the kitchen swinging doors in the entrance.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 21 dead roaches in the hallway where paper products are stored and 13 dead roaches in the employee restroom and storage area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in gaskets torn on the cook line and on the stand up,reach in coolers.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath the door in the exterior hallway.
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked or missing in the warewashing area, Cook line, and rear prep area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall under the 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in gaskets in the kitchen area, fan guards in the walk in cooler, and shelves in the walk in cooler soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed exterior door to the restaurant propped open.
Basic/35B-05-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the prep kitchen area, the ware-washing area and the cook line.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled carpet in the dining room.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
May 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed containers soiled.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed raw chicken wings, cooked pork, cooked battered chicken, cooked pasta, cut cabbage stored in soiled bus tubs in the walk in cooler. Admin Complaint
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, spare ribs and pork not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed no date marking on raw chicken wings, raw chicken breasts, cooked pork. Breaded fried chicken, cooked beef, cooked shrimp. Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed cove molding missing or broken in warewashing area, rear prep area, and by the kitchen swinging doors in the entrance. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach-in gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed reach in gaskets torn. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed floor tiles cracked or missing in the warewashing area, Cook line, and rear prep area. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed hole in the wall under the 3 compartment sink. Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed tongs stored on oven door handles. Time Extended
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting in dining area.
Basic/36-10-4/Warning/Return visit May 4, 2026 · Observed soiled carpet in the dining room. Time Extended
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. The operator re-checked sanitizer bucket during inspection.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed containers soiled.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 5 cracked eggs in egg carton. The operator discarded cracked eggs.
High priority/01B-14-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, spare ribs and pork not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed Food Handler Certificates without expiration dates on certificates.
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach-in gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Warning
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting in dining area.
Basic/36-10-4/Warning
Sep 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food stored in bus tubs in the walk in cooler, bus tubs exterior soiled.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. Observed container of Rodenticide used to store garlic in it, in the walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-32-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed egg rolls (82F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (84F - Cold Holding) on counter in the kitchen on the cook line.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg rolls (82F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (84F - Cold Holding) on counter in the kitchen on the cook line.
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board on the cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed table in front of hand wash sink in rear prep area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in the kitchen, operator replace towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed can opener blade with rust.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bulk prepared items in walk in cooler In bus tubs with no date marking, prepared over 24 hours according to operator.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used to scoop sugar in the bulk use bin,
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling paint peeling in main kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed Hole in wall next to coffee station, and Wall damaged by 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked and or missing in various areas on cook and prep,line and around ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed shrimp stored on the floor in the walk in freezer, and bus tub of chicken, a bag of onions, and a bag of carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of black mold like substance on the walk in cooler fan guards.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed food in bus tubs in the walk in freezer not covered, and food in the walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food stored in bus tubs in the walk in cooler, bus tubs exterior soiled with food debris/ white mold like substance.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand sink blocked on rear prep area there is a machine in front of it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.. Observed rust on shelves in double door stainless steel reach in cooler next to the smoker on the left of the kitchen., and on the shelves in the walk in cooler.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed bulk prepared items in advance in walk in cooler In bus tubs with no date marking.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food residue on reach in and walk in door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling paint chipping in main kitchen area.
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with grease like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed Hole in wall next to coffee station, and Wall damaged by 3 comp sink.
Basic/36-03-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked and or missing in various areas on coo and prep,line and in ware washing area.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed building up of dust like substance on walk in cooler fan guards, black mold like substance on the walk in cooler door gaskets, and reach in cooler door on the cook line, observed white and black mold like substance on the interior walls and door of the walk in cooler.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - observed rear screen door in kitchen broken and unable to be fully closed.
Basic/35B-09-4
Stored food not covered. Observed Uncovered raw pork and raw chicken in walk in freezer, and uncovered raw pork and raw chicken and dumplings in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout perimeter of the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food stored in bus tubs in the walk in cooler, bus tubs exterior soiled with food debris/ white mold like substance.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored above unwashed broccoli in the walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris and rusted.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed empty boxed stored on top of the hand wash sink in the rear kitchen area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves in double door stainless steel reach in cooler next to the smoker on the left of the kitchen.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking on cooked chicken, raw chicken cooked pork, cooked rice, egg rolls or dumplings in the walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of dirty ice machine, not stored in a container.
Basic/10-12-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed building up of dust like substance on walk in cooler fan guards, black mold like substance on the walk in cooler door gaskets, and reach in cooler door on the cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in reach in double door stainless steel next to the smoker with rusted shelves.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Observed bus tubs of chicken, pork, rice, in the walk in cooler not covered or protected.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled throughout perimeter of the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed food stored in bus tubs in the walk in cooler with a build up of debris/ mold like substance on the exterior surface of the bus tubs.
High priority/08B-27-4/Repeat Violation
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork on shelf in the walk in cooler above ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved pork to lower shelf.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves next to smoker in the left of the kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed not all food in walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours according to the operator not date marked, egg rolls, battered chicken, chicken wings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine in kitchen, soiled build up of debris on top and side of machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing or broken around inside of kitchen door and under 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-03-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door aluminum peeling from door.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed exposed insulation on walk in freezer door.
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris/mold like substance on fan guards in walk in cooler, walk in cooler walls, and door gaskets on walk in cooler door.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in dry storage area, to the right of the prep kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled on the perimeter walls throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table next to:rice cooker on kitchen cook line.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate17 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw eggs stored on shelf above broccoli in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on reach in cooler shelves next to smoker.
Intermediate/22-31-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine in kitchen, soiled build up of debris on top and side of machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on reach in door handles on cookline.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed build up of dust on ceiling vents in kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding mission or broken around inside of kitchen door and under 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer door unable to close, aluminum peeling from door.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipment and around perimeter of kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in Walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop sitting directly on top of ice machines.
Basic/10-08-5
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed exposed insulation on walk in freezer door.
Basic/14-36-5
Light not functioning. Observed light on the left side of the cook line burned out.
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris/mold like substance o fan guards in walk in cooler, walk in cooler walls, and door gaskets on walk in cooler door.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on plastic bus tubs and food containers in storage area near dish machine.
Basic/16-46-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed build up of food debris on reach in cooler shelves on the cookline.
Basic/22-16-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in dry storage area.
Basic/36-02-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table next to:rice cooker on kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed wiping cloths stored in sanitizer bucket on the floor near the entrance door to the kitchen.
Basic/21-38-4
Dec 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground pork stored in same container as cooked pork. Operator moved raw ground pork to lower shelf and discarded cooked pork.
High priority/08A-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed whole shell eggs stored above unwashed oranges, operator moved shell eggs to lower shelf below oranges.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink on rear kitchen prep line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.observed buildup of food debris on reach in cooler door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open bottle of water with twist top stored on plate shelf on cook line. Operator discarded bottle.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door of walk in cooler aluminum damaged/peeling away from door insulation.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled around perimeter of walk in cooler/ rear prep kitchen area.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing under prep table in rear prep area.
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice cooler next to coffee machine.
Basic/10-08-5/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on metal cart at knee level next to stove top on cookline. Operator moved tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
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 handle in contact with rice in bulk rice storage container, in dry storage area.
Basic/10-01-5
Light not functioning. Observed 2 lights strips above/ near kitchen cook line not functioning.
Basic/36-62-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves next to smoker oven soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves next to smoker oven in the kitchen rusted.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed proof of training for some employees. Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed paint peeling off of ceiling throughout entire kitchen and above cook line.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable. Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken cove moulding by entrance door to kitchen next to hand wash sink,
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed cove moulding broken.Time Extended Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no cooks preparing food wearing a hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed employee with no hair restraint. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris build up under and behind all equipment throughout kitchen
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed some soil under equipment. Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to 2 compartment sink, and under 2 compartment sink in prep kitchen.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 24, 2023 · Observed operator in the process of repairing wall. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Aug 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Observed no proof of employee food training.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed food handler training has still not been completed. Time Extended
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones on food prep area.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed cell phones are on food prep surface. Time Extended
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint in use by employee preparing food.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed employees preparing food with no hair restraint. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in chest freezer in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed reach in chest freezer clean. But still has cracked lid. Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under cookware and behind equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed floor has been cleaned in walk pathways in kitchen, still has accumulated food debris behind equipment in kitchen. Time Extended
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between shelf and wall.
Basic/10-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulk not covered.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed some lights have been covered, some are still missing shields. Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed no hand-wash sign in men's restroom. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed hoods still with accumulation of grease. Hood cleaner coming on 8-16-2023. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed buildup of food debris on shelves in walk in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed half of the shelves have been cleaned, half still have food residue. Time Extended
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood not sealed on chopping block in back prep kitchen.
Basic/14-06-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 14, 2023 · Observed table next to cooler, not sealed. Time Extended
Aug 9, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority4 Intermediate18 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Observed employee not washing hands after using the bathroom.
High priority/12A-11-4/Warning
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands without using soap.
High priority/12A-20-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw pork on to of raw cabbage.
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw beef (75F - Cold Holding); wontons (53F - Cold Holding); eggs rolls (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shells eggs (53 ambient tempture F); Raw chicken ( 47F - Cold Holding); Cooked ribs ( 47F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese ( 50F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese ( 54F - Cold Holding); Cooked noodle ( 50F - Cold Holding); Pork ( 48F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef (75F - Cold Holding); wontons (53F - Cold Holding); eggs rolls (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shells eggs (53 ambient tempture F); Raw chicken ( 47F - Cold Holding); Cooked ribs ( 47F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese ( 50F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese ( 54F - Cold Holding); Cooked noodle ( 50F - Cold Holding); Pork ( 48F - Cold Holding) in the walk had been in the unit more then fours per operator.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in single prep sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no appear towels at hand wash sink in the bar.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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. Observed no proof of employee food training.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all items in walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours not date marked.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not posted.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in the prep area.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phones on food prep area.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint in use by employee preparing food.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in chest freezer in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under cookware and behind equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop in contact with ice in cooler.
Basic/10-08-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between shelf and wall.
Basic/10-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven dirty.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light bulk not covered.
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometers in coolers.
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease on filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed buildup of food debris on shelves in walk in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed food in walk in not all covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ham thawing at ambient air temperature on dish-board.
Basic/06-01-5/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood not sealed on chopping block in back prep kitchen.
Basic/14-06-4/Warning
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit with soda cans in front of door.
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