Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs
Last inspected:
66 Us Hwy 90 E, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs has accumulated 176 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 4 per visit. The facility was shut down in 2024 for roach and rodent activity. Hand washing and food contact surface violations have been the most persistent compliance issues, cited 19 and 12 times respectively. The restaurant faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 13, 2016 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs: Comparison to Walton County Averages
Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs: Emergency Closure History (1)
Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2016056819 | $400.00 | Dec 13, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections49 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs last inspected?
- Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs last shut down?
- Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs was last shut down on December 13, 2016 for roach & rodent 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 Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs had?
- Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs find?
- Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs been fined?
- Plateful Chinese Buffet in Defuniak Springs 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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