How many health inspections has PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO had?

PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO has had 30 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO ever been shut down?

Yes, PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO?

The most frequently cited violations at PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

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.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO

1400 GLADES RD, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO INC · License: SEA6013172

PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO in Boca Raton, FL has 30 inspections on record with 120 total violations (4 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

30Inspections

120Violations

2Closures

Data current as of March 10, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 30, 2023	Fly activity	08:16:00
Jan 31, 2017	Roach activity	08:59:00

Inspection History (30)

Mar 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sep 3, 2024 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Feb 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Dec 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 30, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 28, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Oct 18, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Jun 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Jun 17, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 3, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 25, 2017 — Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Apr 5, 2017 — Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 1, 2017 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 31, 2017 — Complaint Full· 22 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 2, 2016 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Aug 26, 2016 — Complaint Full· 23 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO had?: PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO has had 30 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO ever been shut down?: Yes, PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO?: The most frequently cited violations at PF CHANGS CHINA BISTRO are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

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