China City
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at China City, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Ceiling not smooth” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rubber gloves in hand washing sink. Operator removed gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee no hair restraint while preparing food. Employee put on hair restraint during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
82
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken at 47F in reach in cooler by front counter. Operator states it has been in cooler for 2 hours. Placed chicken in walk in cooler which has an ambient temperature of 40F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic bags in hand washing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands in three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of dirt and debris on top of standup reach in cooler/freezer at end of cook's line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication stored in reach in cooler stand up fridge on shelf. Operator moved medication. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee put away food in walk in cooler, return to line and prep food without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bags and a lid inside hand washing sink . Operator removed items from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on door handle of walk in cooler and rice steamer.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while prepping food. Employee put on hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on shelves inside reach in cooler stand up fridge and debris on top of exterior of same fridge. Operator cleaned shelves and exterior of fridge during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
55
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing practices with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink had a cardboard box on top. Operator moved box. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drain in mop sink clogged. Operator plunged drain and it emptied. **Corrected On-Site**
29-19-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken and shrimp thawing at room temperature. Operator moved items to walk-in during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
55
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork dumplings prepared yesterday no date mark. Operator dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
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** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris on rice cooker handles on cook's line.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while preparing food on cook's line.
13-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back screen door to kitchen left open and not self closing. Operator pulled close during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket not hung to dry.
42-01-4
58
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer stored on dry storage shelf with seasonings. Operator moved to chemical shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed scrubbing pad in hand washing sink by back exit. Operator removed from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp thawing in standing water in prep sink. Operator turned on running water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
58
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed egg rolls in reach in cooler at 49F by front counter. Operator said they were there for an hour. Operator moved to walk-in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 made yesterday with no date mark.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint preparing food on cooks line. Operator put hat on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China City last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China City on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China City?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at China City.
How does China City compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
China City most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has China City's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at China City have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at China City means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is China City inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China City is inspected around two times per year on average.
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