China Gourmet
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, China Gourmet has 11 inspections in the public record. China Gourmet was last inspected on Feb 5, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near eight violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited eight times.
Restaurants in Bradenton average 83, so China Gourmet trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
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Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed chicken.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Food stored on floor.observed in main kitchen area frying oil and soy sauce bucket stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed over grill and fryer hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south end of building.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.observed in main kitchen area Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200 ppm); Person in charge diluted and Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine retested 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
67
Dec 1, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line raw chicken over cooked vegetables and ketchup container. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English,Spanish and Chinese. Person in charge removed raw chicken.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw. Chicken over raw seafood and raw beef. Person in charge removed raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle's approved variance requires that food operations cease in the event of a working employee becoming ill. Food operations continued during this event. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout in English ,Spanish and Chinese.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
11-21-4
Intermediate - 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.observed cooked pork not date marked. Person in charge stated it was pulled from freezer on 11/29/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-04-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. : Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense raw rice. Person in charge removed container. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: Food stored on floor.observed in walk in cooler a bag of carrots stored on floor.Person in charge stated that they had no delivery's today and removed from floor.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed: Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/ exhaust system over wok station.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout main kitchen area soiled gaskets in Walk in cooler,Reach in coolers and Reach in freezers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. . Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south end of building.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed: Standing water in floor drain under reach in cooler across from handwashing sink.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
29-19-4
45
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Still no proof **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over wok station in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout main kitchen area soiled gaskets in Walk in cooler,Reach in coolers and Reach in freezers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south end of building.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in floor drain under reach in cooler across from handwashing sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-18: Still slow drain causing water on floor **Admin Complaint**
29-19-4
78
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in walk in cooler raw chicken over cut onions and cabbage.educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed a copy the handout in English and Chinese.Person in charge removed chicken.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed in back kitchen area handwashing sink full of soiled dishes.Person in charge removed soiled dishes and cleaned sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. : Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense raw rice. Person in charge removed container. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor.observed in walk in cooler a bag of onions stored on floor.Person in charge stated that they had no delivery's today and removed from floor.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system over wok station.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over wok station in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout main kitchen area soiled gaskets in Walk in cooler,Reach in coolers and Reach in freezers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south end of building.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain under reach in cooler across from handwashing sink. **Warning**
29-19-4
52
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken over raw ground pork. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English, Chinese and Spanish Person in charge removed chickenAs a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken over cooked pork and uncovered chicken soup base. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of he handout in English,Chinese and Spanish . Person in charge removed raw chicken and covered base.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on wok station line table fresh garlic in oil (59F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (68F- Cold Holding) Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated they had been out at room temperature for approximately 1.5 hour and placed both food items back in the reach in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense raw rice. Person in charge removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system over wok station.
14-42-4
Basic - Multiple Food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Person in charge removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in back kitchen area next to triple sink and next to wok station.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over wok station in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout main kitchen area soiled gaskets in Walk in cooler,Reach in coolers and Reach in freezers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on south end of building.
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
42-01-4
45
Nov 7, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
64
Sep 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken over cooked pork and uncovered sauces. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of he handout in English and Chinese. Person in charge removed raw chicken and covered sauces. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in walk in cooler raw chicken over raw beef. Educated person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed person in charge a copy of the handout in English and Chinese. Person in charge removed chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on wok station food cart Garlic in Oil fresh garlic in oil (76F - Cold Holding); egg rolls (56F - Cold Holding) Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated they had been out at room temperature for approximately 1 hour and placed both food items back in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to triple sink. Person in charge filled paper towel. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to triple sink. Person in charge filled soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in back kitchen area by 3 compartment sink Handwashing sink filled with soiled dishes. Person in charge removed from handwashing sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in back kitchen area. Employee put on hair restraint and washed hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in back kitchen area next to triple sink and next to wok station.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over wok station in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout main kitchen area soiled gaskets in Walk in cooler,Reach in coolers and Reach in freezers. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed in back kitchen area by 3 compartment sink Handwashing sink filled with soiled dishes. Person in charge removed from handwashing sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line. Person in charge inverted all. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
35
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
39
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink in back area of main kitchen. Educated Person in charge. Person in charge washed their hands in hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-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. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation in main kitchen area. Person in charge put on hair restraint and washed hands. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents dripping with grease Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area Walk in cooler,Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Raw shrimp in a bucket and a bag of carrots stored on floor in Walk in cooler. Educated Person in charge on food storage. Person in charge removed from floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple single service items stored upright. Educated Person in charge on storage of SS items Person in charge inverted. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
67
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
52
Aug 29, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw Chicken over chopped cleaned Broccoli. Educated Person in charge on old food storage. Person in charge removed Chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs. Educated Person in charge on cold food storage. Person in charge removed Chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Pork (56F - Cold Holding); Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Pork Eggrolls (57F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that all product was prepared on 8/28/2022. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pork (56F - Cold Holding); Chicken (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (53F - Cold Holding); Pork Eggrolls (57F - Cold Holding) Person in charge stated that all product was prepared on 8/28/2022. Educated Person in charge on cold holding TCS foods. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all items. **Warning**
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 In Walk in cooler Pork,Chicken and beef no date mark. Person in charge stated that they were prepared on 8/28/22. Educated Person in charge on date marking TCS foods. Person in charge date marked all 3 items 8/28/2022 **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled dishes in hand washing sink near fryer's. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put on hat. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on floor throughout kitchen and Walk in cooler. Educated Person in charge on food storage. Person in charge removed all items from floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents dripping with grease Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area Walk in cooler,Reach in cooler and Reach in freezer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Gourmet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Gourmet on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Gourmet?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at China Gourmet.
How does China Gourmet compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
China Gourmet most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has China Gourmet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Gourmet have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at China Gourmet means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is China Gourmet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Gourmet is inspected around three times per year on average.
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