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CHINATOWN RESTAURANT

2059 PINE RIDGE RD, Naples FL 34109 · 239.513.9881

Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats80
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2103248
Grade history
OCT 24
APR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed a bag of raw shrimp and a bag of raw chicken placed in the same container. Foods are not served together.
High priority/08A-20-5
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
7--2026031805Mar 12, 2026Jun 2, 2026$400
7--2024029409Apr 15, 2024Jun 18, 2024$200

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
In the walk in cooler observed ready to eat cooked fried chicken pieces placed in a cardboard box without a food grade liner. The cardboard box being used is the box raw chicken is received in.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed a bag of raw shrimp and a bag of raw chicken placed in the same container. Foods are not served together.
High priority/08A-20-5
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler observed a bag of raw shrimp and a bag of raw chicken placed in the same container. Foods are not served together. In the walk in cooler observed ready to eat cooked fried chicken pieces placed in a cardboard box without a food grade liner. The cardboard box being used is the box raw chicken is received in.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line, cooked noodles (74F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods were cooked at 11am. Operator stated foods will be discarded at after lunch service at 3pm.
High priority/03A-02-5
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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/. Chun Hsueh Wang date issued: 6/23/26
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee ware washing dishes at hand sink next to three compartment sink. Discussed with operator hand sink is only for handwashing to prevent and reduce cross contamination.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of raw pork stored on the floor of the walk in cooler, a bag of uncut cabbage stored on the floor across from dishmachine.
Basic/08B-38-4
The inside of lids of reach in cooler across from cook line is heavily soiled with grease, food debris, dirt.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
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Mar 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the reach in cooler, fried breaded cooked chicken (48F - Cooling). Operator stated chicken was prepared and cooked the night prior to inspection. Priority: High Priority
High priority/01B-02-5
Observed: Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In the reach in cooler, fried breaded cooked chicken (48F - Cooling). Operator stated chicken was prepared and cooked the night prior to inspection. Priority: High Priority
High priority/03D-02-5
Observed: 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator switched chlorine container. Operator began to rewash dish ware. End result Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm) Priority: High Priority
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Open food re-served to customers. Observed a server in the main kitchen area, bringing dirty dishware from a customers table, along with a bowl of house-made chips. The bowl of house-made chips were then placed back into a container, intended for service to customers. Operator stated container of chips are for customers. Discussed with the operator that food items that have been at customers table cannot be reserved or return for service to other customers. Priority: High Priority
High priority/07-06-5/Admin Complaint
Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the walk in cooler, observed a bag of raw shrimp, a bag of raw beef, a bag of raw pork in the same container. Discussed cross contamination with operator, operator moved raw foods and stored them correctly by cooking required temperature. Priority: High Priority
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Observed: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Open food re-served to customers. Observed a server in the main kitchen area, bringing dirty dishware from a customers table, along with a bowl of house-made chips. The bowl of house-made chips were then placed back into a container, intended for service to customers. Operator stated container of chips are for customers. Discussed with the operator that food items that have been at customers table cannot be reserved or return for service to other customers. Priority: High Priority
High priority/01B-13-4
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cook line observed cooked noodles (63F - Cold Holding); raw cracked egg (74F - Cold Holding); cooked bar in oil (73F - Cold Holding). Operator stated foods have been out of cold holding unit for less than an hour. Operator placed foods back into reach in cooler and added ice to foods. Provided operator with time as a public health control form. Priority: High Priority
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager hired over 30 days, John missing a certified food manager certification. Priority: Intermediate
Intermediate/53A-02-7
Observed: Stored food not covered. On the cook line area, observed baking powder container, corn starch mixture, and a container of seasoning all without a protective lid. Operator began to cover foods. Priority: Basic
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
Oct 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored on floor. There are several buckets of duck sauce and soy sauce stored on the floor, in the walk in cooler and near the cook area. Operator began moving buckets to a shelf. Observed a metal tray of raw pork on the floor beneath three compartment sink. Operator moved tray off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Oct 8, 2025 · Buckets of duck sauce store on floor. Time Extended
Sep 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. At beginning of inspection Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Advised operator to set up their three compartment sink. Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pooled eggs (74F - Cold Holding); cooked garlic in oil (74F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (66F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (88F - Cold Holding).Per operator foods had been out for 2 hours during lunch rush. I let operator know there is a 4 hour limit and I provided operator with time as a pubic health control form to be filled out with time/temperature foods that are being kept out of refrigeration.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. There are several buckets of duck sauce and soy sauce stored on the floor, in the walk in cooler and near the cook area. Operator began moving buckets to a shelf. Observed a metal tray of raw pork on the floor beneath three compartment sink. Operator moved tray off the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Apr 8, 2025Inspection 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 duck over soy sauce, operator moved soy sauce
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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. Observed no employee agreement forms. Provided operator with forms, employees read, signed and dated forms
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
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 egg rolls in walk in freezer with no date marking. Per operator, egg rolls were made two days ago.
Intermediate/02C-04-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine has accumulated debris and mold like substance. This is a repeat violation from 10-30-24
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two kitchen employees handling food with no hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching rice. Operator moved handle above rice.
Basic/10-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. In Walk in cooler, observed cucumbers being stored in a single use cardboard container.
Basic/25-32-4
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed take out containers not inverted. Operator inverted containers
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods have accumulated grease and debris
Basic/23-03-4
Apr 15, 2024Administrative 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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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed sugar, cornstarch and uncooked rice in non food grade containers. 8-24-2023
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 prepared over 24 hours, not date marked
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At Hand washing sink on front line and at walk in cooler.
Basic/23-24-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor has accumulated debris. Behind cooking line observed heavy accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At dishwasher area
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have accumulated grease and debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. On front cooking line, observed two reach in coolers with accumulated dirt and debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, and have heavy accumulation of debris.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen walls have accumulated debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

6 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At back door, one can of oyster sauce dented and not segregated. Operator moved can from storage
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrective Action Taken
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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwashing machine technician showed up during time of inspection and repaired machine Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
High priority/22-41-4
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. At front counter, won ton noodles being stored in an old chicken box, Operator discarded noodles.
High priority/08B-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Sugar by back door being stored in storage totes.
High priority/14-15-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, raw ducks being stored over bean sprouts. Operator moved sprouts. No stop sale required as sprouts were covered with no contamination observed
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At front counter, won ton noodles being stored in an old chicken box, Operator discarded noodles.
High priority/01B-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee preparing food washed hands in triple sink. Discussed proper hand-washing with operator
Intermediate/12A-03-4
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 handout to make copies and have employees read and fill out.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At back door
Basic/51-11-4
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. At back door, one can of oyster sauce dented and not segregated. Operator moved can from storage
Basic/08B-20-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At dishwasher area
Basic/36-17-5
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer, around door jam
Basic/14-69-4
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front door is not closing completely
Basic/35B-03-4
Rear Exterior door is open to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In kitchen prep area near tables and triple sink
Basic/36-27-5

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.