NEW KING BUFFET USA INC
1429 8 AVE W, Palmetto FL 34221 · 941.721.8862
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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JAN 26
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AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-2024. Owners will renew.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019029777 | Jun 5, 2019 | Feb 12, 2020 | $800 |
| 7--2018062401 | Nov 19, 2018 | Jan 10, 2019 | $200 |
| 7--2015003883 | Jan 22, 2015 | Feb 12, 2015 | $800 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed container storing salmon lined with non food grade paper towel at front sushi making station.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork stored in direct contact with shopping bag inside reach in freezer on cook line.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef stored in top portion of make table without physical barrier above ready to eat sauce.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw Shrimp inside of walk in cooler. Operator corrected storage.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda nozzle at drink station soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rice cooker lid stored inside handwashing sink near cook line.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lined shelf on dry storage shelf near back door of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed sauce stored on floor near cook line. Operator removed sauce from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer in kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between equipment on cook line. Operator removed knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers stored on top of reach in cooler not inverted.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled.
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed grocery bags in contact with multiple freezer items. Operator removed them no placed them in food grade bags.
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef on the top of their make table with ready to eat krab stored underneath. Operator moved the beef.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked dumplings in their reach in cooler. Operator moved the shrimp.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the hot buffet: Chicken (113F - Hot Holding); Pork (105F - Hot Holding); Fish (110F - Hot Holding); Beef (115F - Hot Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 2hrs. Operator took the products back to reheat then added more water and turned up the temperature of the steam tables.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a box of drain cleaner stored on top of a box of oil. Operator removed the drain cleaner.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the cook line sink with a lid blocking it. Operator removed the lid.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for their 4hr sushi. Emailed the operator a copy of the plans and went over how to fill them out.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in multiple dry goods. Operator removed them.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food items stored in the walk in cooler not labored or separately. Operator moved some.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observe their boxes of chicken stored on a metal pan on the floor of the walk in cooler. Instructed the operators about the 6 inches rule.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Observed tools and other maintenance equipment steroid above their prep table and dry storage area. Instructed operator to keep all items of that nature stored separately.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go boxes not inverted in the line. Operator inverted them.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on shelf above bananas at front soda counter. Operator removed medicine.
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed flour and Corn Starch stored in soiled containers under prep counter in kitchen.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen breaded chicken stored in direct contact with to go bag in reach in chest freezer in Kitchen.
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. Operator was emailed a copy.
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. Operator was given copy.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan at time of inspection. Operator was emailed copy.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of soy sauce stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator put container on shelf. Observed Container of Shrimp on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed container on shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled on cook line in front of oven.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior back door without self-closing door.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor near cook line. Operator placed sanitizer bucket on top of empty bucket.
Feb 5, 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-2024. Owners will renew.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of oven cleaner on shelf next to food. Owner removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at wait station hand sink. Owner replaced.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle deli containers inside rice and sugar containers. Owner removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed drain plug missing on dumpster.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed no self closer on rear kitchen exit door.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed sanitation bucket at 0ppm chlorine. Operator correct to 200 ppm.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed plan, not filled out. Educated operator on filling out plan. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed knife in water by sushi rice at 78F. Operator removed knife.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed drill on shelf by food. Operator removed. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed iced tea pitcher under paper towels next to hand sink at front counter. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Feb 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of nexus and advil stored on shelf above food prep table. Owner moved.
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 some employees with no written plan.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for time as public health plan.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents with grease buildup.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior kitchen door with no self closer.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed can of tools and hand drill on food prep table.
Oct 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 some employees with no written plan in place. Inspector emailed form.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan available for sushi rice. Inspector will email plan.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior kitchen door with no self closer.
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Owner removed dented cans from shelf.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine not sanitizing properly. Owner set up 3 part sink to sanitize dishes until machine can be fixed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cut potatoes. Owner moved chicken to lower shelf.
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 some employees with no written plan in place. Inspector emailed form.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan available for sushi rice. Inspector will email plan.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on single door flip top.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed dry storage and walk in cooler shelves soiled and slightly pitted.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior kitchen door with no self closer.
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.