China Express Alachua in Alachua
Last inspected:
16181 Nw Us Hwy 441 #160, Alachua, FL 32615China Express in Alachua has accumulated 297 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. The restaurant has faced repeated administrative complaints and emergency orders, with five administrative complaints recommended since 2023. Food contact surface violations (27), improper hand washing (22), and chemical storage issues (15) are the most frequently cited problems.
Most recent closure: May 17, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Express Alachua in Alachua: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
8.7
violations / inspection
8.7 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
China Express Alachua in Alachua: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Express Alachua in Alachua: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Express Alachua in Alachua: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Express Alachua in Alachua last inspected?
- China Express Alachua in Alachua was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 27, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was China Express Alachua in Alachua last shut down?
- China Express Alachua in Alachua was last shut down on May 17, 2024 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at China Express Alachua in Alachua?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Express Alachua in Alachua are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has China Express Alachua in Alachua had?
- China Express Alachua in Alachua has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Express Alachua in Alachua find?
- China Express Alachua in Alachua was most recently inspected on February 27, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has China Express Alachua in Alachua ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Express Alachua in Alachua has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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