TOP CHINA
3018 54 AVE S, Saint Petersburg FL 33712 · 727.866.3439
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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. Will email DBPR Form 5030-104. Cleanup Of Vomit and Diarrheal Events.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023013226 | Mar 2, 2023 | Apr 13, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Raw chicken stored above ready-to eat and raw beef in standing reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink. Discussed with employee proper storage. Not all items are commercially packaged.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Portioned raw beef, chicken and pork in standing reach-in freezer not date marked after preparation and storage.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with blue substance not labeled at three compartment sink. Discussed with operator to label with contents.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on standing reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler across from cookline
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Old egg cartons used as a shelf liner in walk-in cooler.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Old egg cartons used as liner on bottom shelf of prep table.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken stored in walk-in cooler uncovered.
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Raw chicken stored above ready-to eat and raw beef in standing reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink. Discussed with employee proper storage. Not all items are commercially packaged.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken wings and egg rolls at front counter at 119F. Operator reheat to items to 165F.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM Bigan Liu expired 4-13-2026. No other CFM available. Compliance can be provided electronically.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Portioned raw beef, chicken and pork in standing reach-in freezer not date marked after preparation and storage.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with blue substance not labeled at three compartment sink. Discussed with operator to label with contents.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on standing reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler across from cookline
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Old egg cartons used as a shelf liner in walk-in cooler.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Old egg cartons used as liner on bottom shelf of prep table.
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken stored in walk-in cooler uncovered.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at front counter bare hand touch debit card from customer then touch fat-fryer asked and single-serve bag. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Cooked egg rolls stored in same container of unpackaged raw pork in reach-in freezer near storage area.
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. Sheet pan of raw chicken stored above unpackaged clams and raw steak in reach-in freezer in warewashing area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on top of reach-in cooler on cooks line is soiled with black substance between cracks.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottle and container stored inside bowl of hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator removed items.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing above walk-in cooler.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach-in freezer in warewashing area top door is damaged and rusting.
Food stored on floor. 1 case of raw chicken stored in floor in warewashing area. Employee removed item from floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled fan guards in walk-in cooler. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw shrimp in container stored on drain board in warewashing area not thawing under running cold water or refrigeration. Operator placed item under running cold water.
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee touching personal phone then begin touching spatula without washing hands first. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Cooked egg rolls stored in cardboard box in reach-in freezer.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed 200ppm. Operator discarded and refilled. Rechecked reading 50ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line is soiled.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles cracked throughout kitchen.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line are soiled.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Screen in rear kitchen door torn.
Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler and reach-in freezer. a. pan of shrimp b. cooked chicken c. raw beef d. tofu e. cooked egg rolls in reach-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw frozen beef in zip lock bag on table and sheet pans of frozen raw chicken and beef on top of reach-in freezer not thawing under refrigeration or running cold water.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. From dry-storage a. 5lb can of hoisin sauce is dented at seams. b. 7lb can of ketchup is dented at seams.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing pots and pans in three-compartment sink without sanitizing. Operator filled chlorine sanitizer sink and returned pots and pans back to three-compartment to be re washed and sanitized. Will email DBPR Form HR 5025-910. Manual Dishwashing Procedure.
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. Sheet pans of raw chicken stored above raw pork in freezer near dry-storage. Will email DBPR Form HR 5030-998. Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler on cooks line at 1:15pm. Operator placed items in freezer. Re temp at 2:05pm a. cooked pasta (52F - Cold Holding); 43f b. cooked chicken (48F - Cold Holding); 40f c. raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); 38f d. tofu (47F - Cold Holding); 40f e. cooked ribs (47F - Cold Holding) 39f DBPR Form HR 5030-906. Cold Holding.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Tofu opened more than 24 hours ago not date-marked.
No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Observed employee washing pots and pans without soap in three-compartment sink. Operator added soap. DBPR Form HR 5025-910. Manual Dishwashing Procedure.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooling time/temperature control for safety food.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cutting board on reach-in cooler has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep table is rusted in dry-storage room.
Food stored on floor. 5 gallon box of cooking oil is stored on floor underneath wok grill.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Dumpster lid is broken.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-cooler doors on cooks line are soiled.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Raw shell egg trays are reused to store utensils on cooks line.
Screen in exit door torn.
Stored food not covered. From walk-cooler. a. Raw chicken in container not covered. b. Raw shrimp in container not covered. c. Raw beef in container not covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 24 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dry-storage shelf a. Two 5lb cans of ground bean sauce b. Two pint cans of soy sauce c. Four 5lb cans of oyster sauce d. 7lb can of ketchup
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw chicken then touch single-serve gloves without washing hands first. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
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. Raw chicken on sheet pan stored over raw beef and raw fish in upright freezer across from three-compartment sink. Will email DBPR Form 5030-098. Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler at 2:10pm operator moved items to freezer. Re temp at 3:10pm a. tofu (48F - Cold Holding) 40f b. cut cabbage (61F - Cold Holding)49f
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Reading exceeds 200ppm. Operator replaced and refilled wiping cloth solution. Reading 50 ppm
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Walk-in cooler a. Tofu opened not date-marked
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. Will email DBPR Form 5030-104. Cleanup Of Vomit and Diarrheal Events.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in cooler items prepared more than 24 hours ago a. Crab legs b. Cooked shrimp c. Cooked pasta Will email DBPR Form 5030-049. Date Marking.
All cutting boards in kitchen has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dry-storage shelf a. Two 5lb cans of ground bean sauce b. Two pint cans of soy sauce c. Four 5lb cans of oyster sauce d. 7lb can of ketchup
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep table is rusted. Rusted shelves in dry-storage room.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind wok grill and fat-fryer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked floor tiles in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. 5 gallons of cooking oil stored on floor in dry-storage room. 5 gallon container of duck sauce stored on floor in dr-storage room.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with debris on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
Reach-in coolers on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in coolers on cooks line shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. Walk-in cooler items not covered a. Cooked crab legs b. Soy sauce c. Raw beef d. Cut carrots e. Raw shrimp f. Cooked shrimp g. Vegetables Dry-storage room items not covered a. Open bag of flour b. Open bag of msg
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp in container stored in three-compartment sink not thawing under running cold water or refrigeration. Operator placed item under running cold water.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder on shelf above reach-in coolers on cooks line not labeled.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chicken and pork both raw over ready to eat dumplings in reach in freezer, nothing packaged.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over duck sauce in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. On garlic in oil. Garlic started at 11am. Time marked by manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained,
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator paperwork.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooler
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler and walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Walk in cooler
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 3 cooks.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Chicken next to hand washing sink. Chicken was moved.
Food stored on floor. Oil, sauce,
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottle.
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.