China Star in Apollo Beach
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6158 N Us Hwy 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572China Star in Apollo Beach has accumulated 174 violations across 22 inspections since 2022, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $360 in fines. High-priority violations have been chronic and recurrent: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections; proper hand-washing violations in at least 4 inspections; food contact surface violations in every recent inspection reviewed; time-as-control (temperature abuse) violations in 6 of the last 7 inspections; and chemical storage violations in at least 3 inspections. Consumer advisory violations, typically indicating failure to inform diners of food preparation methods, appeared in 5 of the last 6 inspections. Two of the facility's most recent inspections, in July 2025 and March 2025, resulted in administrative complaints being recommended to the state, signaling escalated enforcement action. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 documented 21 violations including 1 high-priority violation and resulted in completion with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Star in Apollo Beach: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
China Star in Apollo Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025060231 | $160.00 | Jul 1, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015036454 | $200.00 | Jul 22, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
China Star in Apollo Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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China Star in Apollo Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Star in Apollo Beach last inspected?
- China Star in Apollo Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at China Star in Apollo Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Star in Apollo Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has China Star in Apollo Beach had?
- China Star in Apollo Beach has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Star in Apollo Beach find?
- China Star in Apollo Beach was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Star in Apollo Beach ever been shut down?
- No, China Star in Apollo Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has China Star in Apollo Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Star in Apollo Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has China Star in Apollo Beach been fined?
- China Star in Apollo Beach has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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