China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead
Last inspected:
27100 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33032China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead has accumulated 532 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. An emergency order was recommended in January 2026 after inspectors found 18 violations including five high-priority issues, followed by a callback inspection the next day. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, failure to provide consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage.
Most recent closure: May 4, 2017 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
12.4
violations / inspection
12.4 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead: Emergency Closure History (2)
China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026002942 | $400.00 | Jan 8, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017022126 | $400.00 | May 3, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017019459 | $400.00 | Apr 18, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 3 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections48 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections94 violations · 65 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead last inspected?
- China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead last shut down?
- China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead was last shut down on May 4, 2017 for roach 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 China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead had?
- China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead find?
- China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 17 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead been fined?
- China Garden Chinese Restaurant in Homestead has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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