SHANGHAI 18 KOSHER ASIAN CUISINE
5650 STIRLING RD STE 8 - 9, Hollywood FL 33021 · 954.505.4729
Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Bulletin provided to be posted.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024037391 | Jun 3, 2024 | Jul 25, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2022003785 | Jan 21, 2022 | Feb 16, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee changed gloves after using cell phone without washing hands first. Reviewed procedures with manager and employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk in cooler, containers of raw chicken and pooled raw shell eggs above boxes of tomatoes and peppers. Manager rearranged for proper separation.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, containers or raw chicken and pooled raw shell eggs above cooked egg rolls and dumplings. Manager rearranged for proper separation.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. On bottom shelf in walk in cooler, raw prepped chicken over raw prepped beef. Manager rearranged for proper separation.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 1) Hand sink in back prep area blocked by empty container and pan lid. Manager removed to allow access. 2) Bowl of water in sushi bar hand sink. Employee removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Sushi menu at front counter missing indicator for raw/undercooked items.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Food being prepared outside. Employee trimming raw broccoli outside of back door. Discussed safe food preparation practices with manager and employee moved inside.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil and containers on floor around kitchen.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between fliptop units at make line. Manager removed.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sushi sanitizer bucket reading less than 50ppm chlorine. Employee remade to 100ppm chlorine.
Sep 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored above cooked egg rolls in cook line reach in freezer. No items in original packaging. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked egg roll (62F); cooked chicken (60F) being held at room temperature for approximately 2 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved to walk in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hand wash sink blocked by rice cooker. Operator made accessible
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw fish items on sushi menu not identified. Discussed with operator
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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. Not provided for any employees
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds sushi rice on TPHC. Sushi rice time marked. Operator unable to provide written plan at time of inspection. Provided to operator
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves raw/undercooked fish for sushi. No consumer advisory posted. Provided to operator. Operator printed and posted
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing purple substance not labeled, operator labeled mistolin
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed at front counter hand wash sink
Apr 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. No hand wash sink provided on cook line. 1 hand wash sink provided next to triple sink for ware washing/prep area
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed from cook line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit provided
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Renovations previously made. Sushi bar/sushi area added, hand was sink removed from cook line area. Ceiling in sushi area not smooth easily cleanable
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed exposed vents, pipes above sushi area
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned raw beef in walk in freezer not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles above back door not properly installed creating hole.
Jun 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. After multiple attempts, dishwasher machine reading 0ppm chlorine. Confirmed sanitizer bucket is good.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned raw beef in walk in freezer not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles above back door not properly installed creating hole.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and light cover in back prep area above triple sink have dust build up.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine sanitizer pump working but no sanitizer pumping through lines. Confirmed sanitizer chemical is good.
Jun 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 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. After multiple attempts, dishwasher machine reading 0ppm chlorine. Confirmed sanitizer bucket is good.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. 1) In walk in cooler, case of raw shell eggs above containers of tempura batter. Manager inverted for proper separation. 2) In sushi reach in cooler, raw ready to eat fish for sushi above containers of krab salad and sauces. Employee inverted for proper separation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front line CENTER FLIPTOP UPPER - cooked ground chicken (50F - Cold Holding); cooked tempura chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shredded chicken (48F); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding). Per manager, items not portioned or prepared today and placed cold in unit at 12:00-12:30pm from walk in cooler. All items removed back to walk in cooler to rechill.
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. Bulletin provided to be posted.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned raw beef in walk in freezer not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles above back door not properly installed creating hole.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and light cover in back prep area above triple sink have dust build up.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dishmachine sanitizer pump working but no sanitizer pumping through lines. Confirmed sanitizer chemical is good.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on wire shelf above prep table opposite dish machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 1) Employee purse on same shelf with open bag of bread crumbs and beside hanging bag of onions. 2) Employee phone on wire shelf above prep table opposite dish machine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in contact with corn starch in bulk container in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of flour, corn starch, and sugar in prep area not labeled.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 3 rusted cans of beans and tomatoes sauce in storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed beef and chicken cold held in flip top cooler at 44°F. Both items over stocked in their respective containers. Operator removed over potion at placed in walk-in freezer for quick chill. Per operator, both items placed in unit 1.5 hours prior to the inspection.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed probe temperature in disrepairs.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowls use to dispense flour.
Ceiling tile missing. -Observed ceiling in disrepairs in kitchen areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Observed accumulation on black mold like substance buildup on AC vents and ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employees clothes stored on shelves in storage areas next to food items.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Observed floor in storage area covered with standing water.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk-in freezer floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
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 hammers and screwdrivers stored on shelves above food preparation table in kitchen. Operator removed to a safe location
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed flour removed from the original containers not identified by common names.
Oct 30, 2023□ 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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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Front counter cold holding unit shelf- observed employee cellphone and charger on cold holding unit shelf.
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.