CHINA CHEF RESTAURANT

Name: CHINA CHEF RESTAURANT
Address: 4042 N GOLDENROD RD, WINTER PARK, FL, 32792, US
Rating: 35.3

4042 N GOLDENROD RD, WINTER PARK, FL 32792

License #5803746

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35.3 Grade F / 100

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CHINA CHEF RESTAURANT in WINTER PARK currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 35.3 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 20, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 64 total violations — 9 critical, 3 major, 52 minor.

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Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between equipment at cook line
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handle Both reach in cooler at cook line Reach in freezer
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop sink
[46-04-4] Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door blocked with board and boxes on floor
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior microwave at prep station
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked pork in nonfood grade bags in reach in freezer
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cut cabbage in walk in cooler
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shrimp, chicken and pork in walk in cooler
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles at dining area and cook line
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing shrimp at room temperature at 3 compartment sink
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease around equipment at cook line Hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease Fan covers soiled with dust in walk in cooler
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled with dust around kitchen
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Torn Gaskets in prep reach in cooler
[08A-02-6] Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork over cooked pork in reach in freezer
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice at Chest freezer at cook line.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Both reach in cooler at cook line.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with grease at cook line Onions
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Sauces at cook line Onions next to dish area
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables over cooked chicken in walk in cooler
[22-12-5] Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Dumplings at reach in freezer
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowls inside rice and sugar containers
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple containers with no label at prep station
[16-03-4] Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.

Warning Issued
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing at room temperature in 3 compartment sink
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open drink at cook line shelf
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar and cornstarch not labeled
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. At prep table
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease around cook line equipment Hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease Fan covers soiled with dust in walk in cooler
[29-08-4] Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop sink
[46-04-4] Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Exit door blocked with board. Manager removed board and unlocked door.
[16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with degreaser not labeled next to cook line and 3 compartment sink
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Microwave with food debris
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Make table raw chicken over ready to eat
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Torn Gaskets in prep reach in cooler
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up grease under cook line equipment
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw pork in reach in freezer
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roach behind reach in cooler at cook line 2 dead roaches inside electrical box at prep station Total: 4 dead roaches
[35A-05-4] Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches underneath prep table
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop inside cornstarch
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Oil containers at cook line
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Multiple bags in reach in freezer

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