China Max
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
45
Score
Going back to 2022, China Max has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 19, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
China Max's latest score of 45 falls below the Fort Myers average of 81. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken at Make Table. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed residue buildup on can opener blade at prep table next to Walk in Cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink blocked by Hot Holding Unit at kitchen. Operator removed the Hot Holding Unit to allow clear access to the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed the incorrect date for the expiration of foodhandler training certificates. Operator completed the documentation of the correct date. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with accumulation of grease at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at Make Table. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at multiple Reach in Freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at soda fountain ice bin. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed grease accumulation in the interior of oven.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at frontline handwash sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled door frame at Walk in Cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
45
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - 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/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks above reach in cooler across from stoves. Operator moved items for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair, observed torn gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer by water heater. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls as soiled in walk in cooler around door frame. **Warning**
36-27-5
70
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on grill handle. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-14: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-06: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
95
Aug 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-14: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-14: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on grill handle. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-14: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
78
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed vegetables. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live cockroach on gasket of white stand up reach in freezer. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open employee drink stored above bulk foods in storage area. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on grill handle. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on clean dishes on dish shelf above rice maker in kitchen. Operator moved items to 3 compartment sink to be washed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed can used as scoop in bulk rice bin. **Warning**
14-01-5
50
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Oct 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed front line employee begin work, placing pans of food in hot line without washing hands.
12A-16-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed 2 unopened bottled beverages and 6 unopened cans of soda in drink ice at soda machine.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
31B-03-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked container with duct tape used to reap air it in reach in cooler on cook line containing broccoli.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple food containers in walk in cooler as soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in reach in freezer on cook line. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed 2 unopened bottled beverages and 6 unopened cans of soda in drink ice at soda machine.
12B-14-4
52
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed items stored in hand wash sink in kitchen blocking access.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed can used as scoop in bulk rice bin. Operator removed item from bulk bin. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer near mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple food items in walk in cooler as soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler by wok stove.
29-49-6
55
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine as soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop in bulk starch bin and in bulk rice bin. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle of water stored above reach in cooler on cook line. Operator discarded item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach in freezer near mop sink.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator moved item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of multiple food containers in kitchen and walk in cooler.
23-03-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Max last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Max on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Max?
Across the inspection record, “in-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at China Max.
How does China Max compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
China Max most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has China Max's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Max have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Max 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.
How often is China Max inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Max is inspected around three times per year on average.
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