PLATEFUL CHINESE BUFFET
66 US HWY 90 E, Defuniak Springs FL 32433 · 850-892-2931
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 17 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2016056819 | Dec 13, 2016 | Jan 4, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Walk-in cooler Ambient 74F for unknown period of time. Observed the following in walk-in cooler out of temperature for unknown time: Cooked chicken 72F/73F/71F Seafood salad 64F/64F shredded cheese 64F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Ambient 74F for unknown period of time. Observed the following in walk-in cooler out of temperature for unknown time: Cooked chicken 72F/73F/71F Seafood salad 64F/64F shredded cheese 64F
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Stored food not covered. Observed one pan of crab delight in walk-in cooler and one large container of raw chicken in walk-in freezer without cover. Operator covered during inspection.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 519 LINCOLN AVE, Defuniak Springs — this licence has since moved.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler-melon and tomatoes. Operator moved to shelf during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Chicken in freezer. Operator covered during inspection.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 519 LINCOLN AVE, Defuniak Springs — this licence has since moved.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line raw beef 46F, less than 4 hours.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet rice scoop in standing water at 77F. Operator removed during inspection
Stored food not covered. Observed frozen chicken uncovered in walk in freezer.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 519 LINCOLN AVE, Defuniak Springs — this licence has since moved.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 519 LINCOLN AVE, Defuniak Springs — this licence has since moved.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed container with cut lemons, 2 containers of orange juice stored in ice intended for customer service.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed container with cut lemons, 2 containers of orange juice stored in ice intended for customer service
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink located in Hibachi kitchen with steel scrubbers stored inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no papertowels at handwashing sink located between upright cooler and fryers.
Food stored on floor. Observed one box of frozen shrimp stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Observed large plastic container of rice stored on floor in dry storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken stored uncovered in walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of debris on walk-in cooler shelves.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of black mold-like substance of walls in walk-in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large plastic container of rice not marked with common name.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink beside upright cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink beside upright cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking on bulk prepared foods held in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of crawfish stored on floor of walk-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crawfish and Krab meat thawing at room temperature. Operator placed back in cooler for proper method.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood used as lid/divider in walk-in cooler.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 519 LINCOLN AVE, Defuniak Springs — this licence has since moved.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored in undrained ice. Observed one pitcher and gallon container of juice stored atop ice in bin intended for customer service. Operator removed food and burned ice.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken stored uncovered in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon and crawfish thawing at room temperature without running water.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed 2 pieces of unsealed wood used as divider atop raw chicken in walk-in cooler.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed container of orange juice stored in ice bin intended for drink use.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed container of orange juice stored in ice bin intended for drink use.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, multiple food items throughout kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened bottle of water and a styrofoam cup with drink stored on shelf above make table in kitchen. Operator moved to proper storage during inspection.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor, walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on floor on Walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer and in dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crawfish thawing on counter at room temperature.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood in use as lids/container dividers in walk-in cooler.
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.