China Lee in Fern Park
Last inspected:
187 Semoran Blvd, Fern Park, FL 32730China Lee in Fern Park has been subject to intensive enforcement scrutiny, with 27 inspections documenting 236 violations—an average of 8.7 violations per inspection, nearly 70% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record: improper hand and arm washing violations appeared in every inspection between September 2023 and September 2025, chemical storage violations were cited in all recent inspections, and food contact surface violations have been recurring findings. The facility also documented employee health reporting violations and food condition issues in multiple inspections. Despite the frequency of citations, no emergency closures have been issued. The most recent inspection on September 15, 2025 resulted in a "Call Back - Complied" disposition after identifying 12 violations including repeated hand washing and chemical storage failures, suggesting the establishment is making corrections between inspections but continues to generate violations at an unsustainable rate.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Lee in Fern Park: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
China Lee in Fern Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 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 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 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· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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China Lee in Fern Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Lee in Fern Park last inspected?
- China Lee in Fern Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at China Lee in Fern Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Lee in Fern Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has China Lee in Fern Park had?
- China Lee in Fern Park has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Lee in Fern Park find?
- China Lee in Fern Park was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Lee in Fern Park ever been shut down?
- No, China Lee in Fern Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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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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