Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale
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4822 Sw 28 Ter, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 163 violations—an average of 6.5 per inspection, significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on April 20, 2015 for roach and rodent activity. The establishment has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Handwashing and hand/arm washing violations have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, including in August 2025, January 2024, August 2023, and January 2023. Food contact surface violations were also cited in December 2025 and January 2023. In August 2023, an administrative complaint was recommended following violations including improper hand/arm washing and chemical storage. The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 documented two basic violations related to food contact surfaces and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: April 20, 2015 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach & rodent activity | 10:00:00 |
Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023045302 | $200.00 | Aug 1, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015018671 | $400.00 | Apr 21, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 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
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on April 20, 2015 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 Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Chinese Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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