China Bowl in Gainesville
Last inspected:
5200 Nw 43 St Ste 506, Gainesville, FL 32606China Bowl in Gainesville has averaged 9.6 violations per inspection across 25 inspections since January 2022, nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations were cited in all recent inspections and 19 of 25 total inspections — a persistent pattern involving sick workers, health reporting failures, and management awareness of health requirements. Chemical storage and toxic substance control violations also appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Administrative complaints have been recommended in five of the most recent eight inspections (2024–2025), indicating escalating formal enforcement. The most recent inspection on December 10, 2025 documented 30 violations including high-priority findings in employee health policy, chemical storage, and allergen awareness, with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Bowl in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
China Bowl in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 3 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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China Bowl in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Bowl in Gainesville last inspected?
- China Bowl in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at China Bowl in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Bowl in Gainesville are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has China Bowl in Gainesville had?
- China Bowl in Gainesville has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Bowl in Gainesville find?
- China Bowl in Gainesville was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 12 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Bowl in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, China Bowl in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
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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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