How many health inspections has CHINA TASTE had?

CHINA TASTE has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHINA TASTE ever been shut down?

Yes, CHINA TASTE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHINA TASTE?

The most frequently cited violations at CHINA TASTE are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

CHINA TASTE

930 W SUGARLAND HWY, Clewiston, FL 33440

Hendry County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: WANG JIAN JUN · License: SEA3600435

CHINA TASTE in Clewiston, FL has 28 inspections on record with 204 total violations (7.3 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of October 21, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for CHINA TASTE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Oct 21, 2025	Roach activity	12:16:00
Aug 19, 2015	Roach activity	09:52:00

Inspection History (28)

Mar 31, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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