CHINA TOWN RESTAURANT, INC
4085 HANCOCK BRIDGE PKWY #113, N Fort Myers FL 33903 · 239.656.2980
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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 Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2017057492 | Oct 30, 2017 | Dec 21, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on shelf above reach in coolers on cook line.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor between reach in freezers at end of cook line with buildup of food debris.
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ladle in hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator removed ladle.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink at end of cook's line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go bowl used as scoop in house rice on cook's line. Operator removed bowl and discarded.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator removed utensils.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris/residue on microwave door handle by front counter and end.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water stains in ceiling tiles above reach in cooler on cook's line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean metal pans wet nesting on shelf over three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef thawing at room temperature on tray set on top of three compartment sink. Operator turned on cold running over beef.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell egg then pick up clean utensils to prepare food without washing hands. Discussed proper glove usage and hand washing practices with Operator.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw chicken to lowest shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial can opener blade with buildup of food debris. Operator placed in three compartment sink to clean.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and cell phone on shelf over cold table on cook's line. Operator removed items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting above three compartment sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee begin working without washing hands before using clean utensils on cook's line. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed commercial grade can opener blade with buildup of food debris. Operator washed and sanitized can opener.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ladle in hand washing sink at end of cook's line. Operator removed from sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on front service counter.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw dumpling meat over produce in walk-in cooler. The manager moved the raw dumpling meat to the bottom shelf in walk-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed spare ribs and chicken not date marked in reach-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open drink in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager discarded open drink in reach-in cooler.
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans with deep dents on rims not segregated from in use inventory. 1-5lb can of Oyster Sauce and 1-5lb can of Hoisin Sauce. Operator voluntarily removed from circulation.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed retail bag used to store ground beef in reach in freezer next to three compartment sink.
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 Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed serving utensils stored in hand washing sink next to cook's line. Operator removed items from sink.
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Observed an out of order sign on single unisex bathroom door inside location.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean meat cleaver stored between reach in cooler with flip top and stainless steel prep table next to it. Operator removed utensils.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food without a hair restraint on cook's line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen ground beef thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to walk-in cooler.
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.