Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay
Last inspected:
18643 S Dixie Hwy, Cutler Bay, FL 33157Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has accumulated 469 violations across 36 inspections since 2017, averaging 13 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspections documented a 20-pound propane tank connected to a burner inside the restaurant at the front of house, along with repeated citations for blocked exit doors. Top violation categories are improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and hand-washing compliance failures.
Most recent closure: March 31, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13
violations / inspection
13 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023019639 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit door blocked by cart.
Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-01: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit door blocked by cart.
Operator removed cart. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed exit door blocked by cart.
Operator removed cart. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Observed 20 lbs propane tank connected to burner inside restaurant located at the front of the house.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Observed exposed wired in dry storage.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections59 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections47 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay last inspected?
- Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay last shut down?
- Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay was last shut down on March 31, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay had?
- Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay find?
- Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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.
- Has Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay been fined?
- Grand China Restaurant in Cutler Bay has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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