CHINA TOKYO EXPRESS
4827 MILTON ST, Cape Coral FL 33904 · 239.540.0088
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
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/. Observed ServSafe certification for ZIXIN YAN expired on 05/21/26.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front service handwash sink used to store plastic container. Operator removed plastic container.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats, noodles, and cut cabbage not date marked.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on importance of having smooth and easily cleanable ceilings.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor. Educated operator on importance of keeping food off of floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed cut cabbage and vegetables not covered in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers stored inside handwashing sinks. Operator removed containers.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth and easily cleanable ceiling tiles.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor underneath shelving in walk in freezer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls and cut cabbage in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Observed hot water Faucet/handle is loose at plumbing fixture. Hand wash sink in kitchen.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Utensils in kitchen and at front service area. Operator started inverting utensils.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with frozen meat in walk un freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts 73F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator double panned sprouts with ice.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls in walk in cooler not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked egg rolls.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface with broccoli.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knives.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Front reach in cooler at kitchen entrance.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Stored food not covered. Observed vegetables in walk in cooler not covered.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. Observed one 0.5 lbs of hoisin sauce dented. Operator discarded can.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls, noodles, and precooked meats not date marked in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of date marking. Operator date marked foods.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knife.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bins.
Jul 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw frozen meats in walk in freezer. Educated operator on using food grade plastic and containers.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/01/23.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs sitting out at room temperature less than 4 hours. Operator placed eggs in reach in cooler.
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. Provided operator with written procedures.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 completed form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked noodles, precooked meats, and egg rolls not date marked in walk in cooler. Educated on importance of date marking.
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.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface with cut cabbage. Educated operator on not using cloth with food. Operator removed cloth.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knife.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw meats in walk in freezer. Educated operator on storing foods in food grade containers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw beef stored over ready to eat sauces in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored in front service hand wash sink. Educated operator on importance of having hand wash only.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed precooked meats and spring rolls in walk in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked egg rolls and precooked meats in walk in cooler.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knives.
Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen shrimp thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins.
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw frozen meats in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw beef stored on top of box if cabbage in walk in cooler. Operator switched raw beef to proper location.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator plastic containers stored in hand wash sinks. Operator removed containers.
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 completed forms before leaving inspection.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Observed hot water turned off at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator turned on hot water.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Educated operator on proper storage of knives. Operator removed knives.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Educated operator on inverting containers. Operator inverted containers.
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