China Express in Hudson
Last inspected:
12023 Us Hwy 19, Hudson, FL 34667China Express in Hudson has accumulated 239 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 per visit. The facility has never been shut down, but inspectors issued warnings in 5 of the past 3 years, indicating persistent compliance issues. Food contact surface cleanliness, hand washing procedures, and employee health reporting are the top recurring violations. Recent enforcement shows a warning issued in December 2025 followed by a callback compliance inspection within weeks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Express in Hudson: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
8.5
violations / inspection
8.5 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
China Express in Hudson: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
China Express in Hudson: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Express in Hudson last inspected?
- China Express in Hudson was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 30, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at China Express in Hudson?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Express in Hudson are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has China Express in Hudson had?
- China Express in Hudson has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Express in Hudson find?
- China Express in Hudson was most recently inspected on December 30, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has China Express in Hudson ever been shut down?
- No, China Express in Hudson has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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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