China House in Fort Meade

Last inspected:

23 W Broadway St, Fort Meade, FL 33841
Overview

China House in Fort Meade has 26 inspections on record dating back to 2016, accumulating 139 violations and averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have centered on employee health policy, proper hand and arm washing, and food contact surface sanitation, with hand washing violations cited in at least 8 inspections and employee health policy violations in at least 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 found 9 violations including three high-priority citations for improper chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
139Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

China House in Fort Meade: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 5.3 violations / inspection 5.3 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

China House in Fort Meade: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections32 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

China House in Fort Meade: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China House in Fort Meade last inspected?
China House in Fort Meade was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at China House in Fort Meade?
The most frequently cited violations at China House in Fort Meade are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has China House in Fort Meade had?
China House in Fort Meade has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China House in Fort Meade find?
China House in Fort Meade was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China House in Fort Meade ever been shut down?
No, China House in Fort Meade has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.

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