NEW CHINA
1083 TAMIAMI TRL N, Nokomis FL 34275 · 941.484.8662
Last inspected Dec 3, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 3 small insects inside a container of MSG. The operator discarded the MSG.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026005290 | Dec 3, 2025 | Feb 12, 2026 | $200 |
| 7--2016023055 | Apr 20, 2016 | Jun 2, 2016 | $800 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper menus used as a liner for prepared foods in the walk in cooler. The operator removed the non-food grade papers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored overcooked rice in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored overcooked rice raw shell eggs in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut cabbage (47F - Cold Holding) stored stacked above the fill line in the top section of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the cabbage had been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator emptied half of the contents and stored in the lower portion of the reach in cooler.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a box of fortune cookies blocking access to the handwashing sink nearest the entrance to the kitchen. The operator removed the box of fortune cookies.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine test kit expired 10/23.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic and metal containers with no handles used as scoops for MSG, flour and uncooked rice. The operator removed the containers from the above foods.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of unwashed carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the carrots.
Ice buildup on the walk-in freezer door jamb.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of MSG uncovered in the dry storage area.
The rear exit not protected with a self-closing door device.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp thawing in standing water. The operator placed the frozen shrimp in the walk in cooler.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink filled with soiled dishware. The operator removed the dishware from hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handle used as scoops for flour and uncooked rice. The operator removed the plastic containers.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on walk in cooler door handle.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottled water stored in the floor in front of the beverage cooler behind the front counter. Oba bag of unwashed carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the bag of carrots.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The operator removed the wet cloth from underneath the cutting board.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in the reach in cooler on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease. Observed walk in cooler and reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black slime-like substance.
Rear exit door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at the mop sink.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed cut cabbage stored in cardboard boxes originally used for raw chicken. The operator discarded the cabbage.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed cabbage in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the chicken.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cut cabbage stored in cardboard boxes originally used for raw chicken. The operator discarded the cabbage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bag of fortune cookies stored in handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator removed the fortune cookies.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used as scoops for multiple foods throughout kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the microwave door handle soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the cell phone.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath the equipment on the cook line soiled with an accumulation of grease and food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of won ton wrappers and noodle stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed bagged carrots stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Interior microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk in cooler door gasket soiled with a black substance. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of msg uncovered in the storage area.
Aug 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with uncooked rice in the kitchen. Observed uncooked rice stored in a gray trash bin.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker for the outside mop sink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the reach in cooler door handles soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above the walk in cooler.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in the dish area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor in the dry storage area soiled with an accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath the fryers soiled with an accumulation of food debris, oil, and dead roaches.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed plastic buckets with noodles and bean sprouts stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drainboards for the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets for the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler soiled with a slime like substance. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Observed the rear exit screen door torn.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Aug 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with uncooked rice in the kitchen. Observed uncooked rice stored in a gray trash bin.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 3 small insects inside a container of MSG. The operator discarded the MSG.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw chicken stored over bottled beverages in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 small insects inside a container of MSG. The operator discarded the MSG.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker for the outside mop sink.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the probe thermometer at 180F in boiling water.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a metal bowl with no handle used as a scoop for rice in the kitchen. The operator removed the metal bowl.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the reach in cooler door handles soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair above the walk in cooler.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in the dish area.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 50 dead roaches underneath the fryer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor in the dry storage area soiled with an accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath the fryers soiled with an accumulation of food debris, oil, and dead roaches.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes of food stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed plastic buckets with noodles and bean sprouts stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Observed no drainboards for the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets for the walk in cooler and the reach in cooler soiled with a slime like substance. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Observed the rear exit screen door torn.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of MSG stored uncovered in the dry storage area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the fire extinguisher near the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen in the red below the green zone.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed celery in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee handle a cell phone wearing gloves then touch a food container without changing gloves. Educated the operator on proper glove and handwashing procedures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (67F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (80F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen. The operator stated the above food have been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above food products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (67F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (80F - Cold Holding) in the kitchen. The operator stated the above foods have been held for more than 4 hours. The operator discarded the above food products.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash hands in the three compartment sink. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed soiled equipment stored in the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink. The operator removed the soiled equipment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink near the three compartment sink.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used as scoops for multiple food items throughout the kitchen. The operator discarded the plastic containers.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with an accumulation of residue. Observed microwave door handles soiled with an accumulation of residue.
Ceiling tile missing above the walk in cooler.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing in the dish area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones and keys stored on shelves above food preparation tables. The operator properly stored the personal belongings.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee was informed and placed a hair restraint on.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Observed unwashed carrots stored in the floor of the walk in cooler. Observed raw shrimp stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a rice scoop stored in 98F standing water. The operator removed the scoop from the water.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items at the three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Rear exit openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of msg not covered in the dry storage area.
Aug 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap after handling raw chicken. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures. The employee washed hands with soap.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper menus used as a liner for cut cabbage in the walk in cooler. The operator removed the menus and rewashed the cabbage.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink after handling raw chicken. Observed employee wash hands in the three compartment sink. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal scrub brush inside the handwashing sink at the back of the kitchen. The operator removed the scrub brush.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink at the front of the restaurant. The operator provided paper towels at the handwashing sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwashing sink at the front of the restaurant. The operator provided soap for the handwashing sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed the exterior of the dishmachine soiled with debris.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl with no handle used as a scoop for msg in the dry store age area. Observed a metal bowl used as a scoop for rice in the kitchen. The operator removed the scoop from the food products.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used as shelf liner in prep area and on the cook line.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed a missing ceiling tile above the walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board in prep area and the cook line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gaskets for the reach in cooler on the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes of food stored on the floor of the walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets for the reach in cooler and the walk in cooler soiled with a slime like substance. Observed the air curtain for the walk in cooler soiled with a black substance.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the rear exit door missing a self-closing mechanism.
Stored food not covered. Observed container of msg not covered in the dry storage area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher by handwashing sink at the front of the kitchen in red zone below the green zone.
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.