New China in Fernandina Beach

Last inspected:

1013 Amelia Plaza, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Overview

New China in Fernandina Beach was emergency-closed on October 3, 2024 for rodent activity. The facility has averaged 7.9 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since 2016 — significantly above the statewide average of 5.2 — and accumulated 197 total violations. High-priority violations have been documented in 11 of the past 8 inspections, including recurring citations for improper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 4 inspections), chemical storage violations (6 inspections), employee health policy violations (3 inspections), and food contact surface violations (5 inspections). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations included blocked exit paths (2019, 2020) and a fire extinguisher in the red zone (2026). The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 documented 45 violations with 3 high-priority findings and resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended.

Most recent closure: October 3, 2024 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
211Violations
1Closures
3Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

New China in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages

This Facility 8.1 violations / inspection 8.1 violations per inspection
Nassau County Avg 6.36 violations / inspection 6.36 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Nassau County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

New China in Fernandina Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for New China in Fernandina Beach
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:32:00

New China in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for New China in Fernandina Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2025006308 $400.00 Oct 3, 2024 Miami (Doral)

New China in Fernandina Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in kitchen area is in the red.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Bags of food in front of it, door in storage area, mgr moved them **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Boxes, rear door in ice machine/storage room, she removed them **Corrected On-Site**

New China in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— 4 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections35 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

New China in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was New China in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
New China in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was New China in Fernandina Beach last shut down?
New China in Fernandina Beach was last shut down on October 3, 2024 for 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 New China in Fernandina Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at New China in Fernandina Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has New China in Fernandina Beach had?
New China in Fernandina Beach has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of New China in Fernandina Beach find?
New China in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has New China in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, New China in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 New China in Fernandina Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, New China in Fernandina Beach has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has New China in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, New China in Fernandina Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has New China in Fernandina Beach been fined?
New China in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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