China Buffet II
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2024
33
Score
Across the available record, China Buffet II has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for China Buffet II dates to Mar 25, 2024.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately and about 14 violations before that.
“No soap provided at handwash sink” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
33
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee opening equipment with handles that are soiled with food debris and then carrying clean trays of ready to eat food to buffet table without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing practices with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with food debris buildup. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. Operator completed printed copy during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler. Operator filled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls in walk-in cooler prepared yesterday with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles to reach in cooler and reach in freezer soiled with food debris in kitchen area.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed missing ceiling tiles above reach in cooler in kitchen area and damaged and stained tiles in buffet area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee refilling buffet table without a hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light covers above buffet tables. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closer broken on men's room door. **Repeat Violation**
32-17-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed one half of walk-in cooler is unlit. Had to use flashlight to see shelves and foods stored.
38-04-4
35
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 on shelf above reach in cooler across from reach in cooler.
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for less than 10 seconds after opening and closing rice steamers.
12A-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of food debris on blade mounted to prep table across from walk-in cooler door.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - 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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler door. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls prepared yesterday with no date marking in walk-in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing device broken to mens room door.
32-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls in walk-in cooler unwrapped on top shelf of cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed screen torn on back door exiting kitchen to parking lot.
36-60-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light covers around buffet station. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damaged ceiling tile over reach in cooler across from sauté station. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
32
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over unwashed potatoes in walk-in cooler. Operator moved potatoes to produce shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink next to walk-in cooler. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed hood filter missing over fryer. Operator replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-42-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing light shield for fluorescent lights over flip top reach in cooler across from sauté station. **Repeat Violation**
38-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles above buffet line with water staining. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Buffet II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Buffet II on file is from Mar 25, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Buffet II?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at China Buffet II.
How does China Buffet II compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
China Buffet II most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has China Buffet II's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at China Buffet II have averaged around 11 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Buffet II means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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