DUMPLING KING
1221 N UNIVERSITY DR, Coral Springs FL 33071
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2024
AUG 25
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OCT 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced ham (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator food not portioned or prepared today, in unit less than 4hrs. Operator placed food items under ice for quick chill
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022009413 | Jan 27, 2022 | Mar 25, 2022 | $520 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original certificate for some employees.
Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original certificate for some employees.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Jul 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed precooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); precooked beef (50F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); sauces (49-51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); whole milk (52F - Cold Holding); tofu (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Per operator, all TCS foods placed in unit from 07/25/2026.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed precooked chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); egg rolls (51F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler. Per operator, both items transfer from walk in cooler 1 hour prior to the inspection. Operator transfer both items to freezer for quick chill. Observed precooked pork (49F - Cold Holding); precooked beef (50F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); sauces (49-51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); whole milk (52F - Cold Holding); tofu (49F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Per operator, all TCS foods placed in unit from 07/25/2026. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed no certified food manager on duty at the time of inspection. Manager returned during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on cooked beef, chicken and pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, all TCS foods cooked on 07/25/2026.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed no original certificate for some employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed several unlabeled spray bottles with chemicals at front line and dish washing areas.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of brown like substances buildup inside ice machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of soiled residue buildup on ice machine lid.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed clean pots and food containers stored on kitchen floor underneath hand washing sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse storage on in-use food preparation table. Operator removed.
Equipment in poor repair. -Observed walk in cooler unable to mentioned TCS foods at correct temperature. Ambient temperature found at 50F.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing in standing water at prep station. Operator placed item underneath running water.
Feb 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed No probe thermometer available upon request.
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate2 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed employee touch raw meat and then potion cut lettuce without changing gloves and wash hands. After brief education, employee then changed gloves and wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed raw beef cold held at 45F in flip top cooler. Per operator, beef transfer to cooler 1 hour before the inspection. Operator place ice packs a beef for quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed employee used hand wash sink to dispose of waste ice.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Chang Yeh returns during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed No probe thermometer available upon request.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with pink chemical at front line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense salt. Operator removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original container not labeled.
Oct 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee enter the kitchen and donned gloves without washing hands first
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed operator at cook line use his phone with gloves on, gloves not changed when operator engaged in food preparation once more.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. diced ham (52F - Cold Holding). As per operator food not portioned or prepared today, in unit less than 4hrs. Operator placed food items under ice for quick chill
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle, with pink substance, unlabeled on cleaning cart next to bathroom
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in dining room
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up inside walk in freezer
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Operator picked up fried chicken off the floor with gloves on, and immediately went back to food prep without changing gloves
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. While placing ready to eat fried chicken in another food container a few pieces of chicken fell on the ground. Operator picked up fried chicken in direct contact with kitchen floor and placed contaminated chicken with the other ready to eat food.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees, manager not in establishment upon arrival
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles in dining area missing. Operators managing a leak from ceiling
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling vents in dining area
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Major ice build up on reach in freezer fan
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on dirty surface
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dishwasher handle and place dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Once dish machine cleaned and sanitized dishes, observed dish washer handle the clean sanitized equipment with the same hands. No hand wash in between.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in dining room area, accumulation of dust.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle buried in ice in ice box behind front counter. Operator removed
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Rags under cutting boards, in back prep area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops not stored to dry by mop sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Behind front counter, multiple washing clothes not stored in sanitizer bucket
Jun 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front counter, trash can blowing handwashing sink.
Food stored on floor. In dry storage, fryer oil store on floor
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw beef over ready to eat noodles.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer, observed raw fish and beef over ready to eat vegetables. All items not in original packaging.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool and food debris in hand wash sink next to ice machine
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef broth in Walk in cooler not date marked. Per operator, in unit more than 24hrs
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in bulk container of rice.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on food prep shelf counter. Operator removed
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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