CHINA YUAN RESTAURANT
8502 N ARMENIA AVE #A1, Tampa FL 33604 · 8139367388
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $3,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022058207 | Nov 29, 2022 | Mar 15, 2023 | $400 |
| 3--2019011695 | Mar 5, 2019 | Jul 16, 2019 | $400 |
| 3--2019010995 | Feb 18, 2019 | Apr 26, 2019 | $600 |
| 3--2017031667 | Jun 21, 2017 | Aug 3, 2017 | $800 |
| 3--2016033116 | Jun 3, 2016 | Sep 12, 2016 | $800 |
| 3--2016018470 | Mar 21, 2016 | May 4, 2016 | $200 |
| 3--2015024774 | May 27, 2015 | Jun 24, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspectionnn
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk in cooler at time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over wok station are soiled with grease at time of inspection.
Apr 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Machine tested at 0ppm.
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/ Peter Chen 3/23/2026
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspectionnn
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared foods in kitchen not date marked at time of inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed cooler door handles are soiled at time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk in cooler at time of inspection.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filters missing above bbq unit in kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed scoop handle in ice at time of inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over wok station are soiled with grease at time of inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed food in walk in cooler not covered at time of inspection.
Nov 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed clear plastic Togo style bowl in bulk sugar at time of inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles are soiled at time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on prep table in kitchen at time of inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at time of inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of kitchen equipment are soiled at time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall is soiled behind equipment in kitchen at time of inspection.
Jun 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in back kitchen area
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator using hand sink in back kitchen area to wash food tray.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Some records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employee training certificates are not completely filled out. Discussed with Owner/Manager
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauce on floor in kitchen and walk-in-cooler
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lobster and crab (consumption for customers) in tank on display in restaurant dining room is visibly soiled with mole like substance and algae on glass of tank.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Observed employee drinking and preparation of own food on cooksline restricted area.
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Stored food not covered. Walk-in-cooler
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled cutting boards
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. Walk-in-cooler
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some training certificates date taken was whited out.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed butter fish in pan for employees on cooking ready to cook per the Owner/Manager
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. On cooksline and underneath equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Back kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Cooksline and walk-in-cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Lobster and crab (consumption for customers) in tank on display in restaurant dining room is visibly soiled with mole like substance and algae on glass of tank.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Outer openings not protected during operation.
Stored food not covered. Walk-in-cooler
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 3 compartment sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over cut leafy greens in walk-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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cooksline and underneath cooking equipment
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxes of cooking oil on floor in kitchen area
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lobster and crab (consumption for customers) in tank on display in restaurant dining room is visibly soiled with mole like substance and algae on glass of tank.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Outer openings not protected during operation. Back kitchen door open
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Aug 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Aqurium tank in dining area holding shellfish soiled and cutting board.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Large pots on top of 3 compartment sink
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in-cooler, cooksline and walk-in-freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back kitchen door
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Large portions of pork thawing out in standing water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
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.