How many health inspections has CHINA KITCHEN had?

CHINA KITCHEN has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHINA KITCHEN ever been shut down?

Yes, CHINA KITCHEN has been shut down 3 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHINA KITCHEN?

The most frequently cited violations at CHINA KITCHEN are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?

FOOD QUALITY HAZARD: Food in poor condition — spoiled, contaminated, mislabeled, or adulterated — can cause foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or poisoning. Spoiled food may contain dangerous levels of histamine (causes scombroid poisoning from fish), Listeria (grows during refrigeration), or toxin-producing molds. Mislabeled food can trigger fatal allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Inspect all food upon delivery and regularly during storage. Reject food that is: spoiled, damaged, at incorrect temperature, past expiration, improperly labeled, or from unverified sources. Date-mark all ready-to-eat TCS foods — use within 7 days if held at 41°F or below. Discard any food of questionable quality.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

CHINA KITCHEN

1715 E OAK ST, Arcadia, FL 34266

DeSoto County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ARCADIA CHINA KITCHEN INC · License: SEA2400237

CHINA KITCHEN in Arcadia, FL has 24 inspections on record with 200 total violations (8.3 per inspection) and 3 emergency closures.

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Data current as of December 1, 2025

Emergency Closures (3)

Emergency closure history for CHINA KITCHEN
Date	Reason	Reopened
Dec 1, 2025	Roach activity	09:22:00
Jun 21, 2017	Roach activity	10:10:00
May 27, 2016	Roach activity	09:57:00

Inspection History (24)

Jun 5, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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