China Express Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
55
Score
China Express Restaurant, located at 4731 NW 183 St in Miami, FL, had a moderate-risk inspection on December 15, 2025, with a score of 55. This inspection identified three critical and three minor violations. Historically, China Express Restaurant has predominantly received medium-risk ratings across its nine scored inspections.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (69F - Cold Holding)on preparation table for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed cracked shell eggs over cooked pork ribs on open lid reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shel, eggs over cut onions and cut pepper on open lid reach in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrot on walk in cooler floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed fried rice (41F - Cold Holding); honey chicken (41F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (41F - Cold Holding);uncovered in walk in cooler. Operator covered it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
55
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple dishes stored it in hand sink, also garbage can blocking the hand sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: At the time of callback inspection observed multiple plastic containers inside hand sink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager name Erik. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: At the time of callback inspection no food manager certificate provided. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside rice storage container. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: No observed **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: Still observed **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooked chicken and bag of carrots on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: Still observed **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: No observed **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-23: Still observed **Time Extended**
23-03-4
61
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried rice (69F - Cold Holding); eggs rolls (86F - Cold Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator placed in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked pork in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple dishes stored it in hand sink, also garbage can blocking the hand sink, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager name Erik. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap was replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside rice storage container. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooked chicken and bag of carrots on walk in cooler floor. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
29
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over green onions in walk in cooler, operator properly stored it.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sink soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom.
36-30-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
50
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
82
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed eggs rolls (120°F - Hot Holding); honey chicken (118°F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator, operator reheated at to 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over vegetables inside walk in cooler, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by cutting machine. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees name Omar, Yulisa with not food handle training.
53B-13-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl inside rice container.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
52
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
37
Jan 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (78°F - Cold Holding) on preparation table, for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can in front of hand wash sink, operator removed it.
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils inside hot water at 84°F. Operator discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
74
Jul 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (48°F - Cold Holding), for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed fried rice (122°F/117°F - Cooling); pork (128°F/124°F - Cooling) covered, operator uncovered during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils inside water at 83°F.
10-07-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet wiping on top of preparation table, operator placed inside chlorine sanitation solutions at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
70
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