New China in Clearwater
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1678 S Missouri Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756New China in Clearwater has accumulated 222 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection—nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent throughout the record, including repeated findings for employee health policy (cited in at least 5 inspections), proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 6 inspections), chemical storage (cited in at least 5 inspections), and food contact surface sanitation (cited in at least 6 inspections). A fire safety violation was documented on February 10, 2022, when flammables and debris were found stored in the back storage room with a gas can on the floor. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on February 17, 2026 identified 27 violations including high-priority findings for employee health policy, food contact surfaces, time as control, chemical storage, and hand washing. The inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
New China in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
New China in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 49-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
New China in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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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— 3 inspections19 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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New China in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was New China in Clearwater last inspected?
- New China in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at New China in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at New China in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Proper cooling equipment.
- How many health inspections has New China in Clearwater had?
- New China in Clearwater has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of New China in Clearwater find?
- New China in Clearwater was most recently inspected on February 17, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has New China in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, New China in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has New China in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, New China in Clearwater has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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