China Buffet in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
6001 Argyle Forest Bvld Ste 32, Jacksonville, FL 32244China Buffet in Jacksonville has accumulated 541 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.5 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended in 7 of the last 8 inspections. Fire safety records document 3 violations, all involving portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone, cited in both 2019 and 2025. The top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and hand washing procedures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Buffet in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
13.5
violations / inspection
13.5 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
China Buffet in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
In server station under counter, fire extinguisher gauge in red zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Extinguisher by exit door near mop sink area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
China Buffet in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections62 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
China Buffet in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Buffet in Jacksonville last inspected?
- China Buffet in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at China Buffet in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Buffet in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has China Buffet in Jacksonville had?
- China Buffet in Jacksonville has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Buffet in Jacksonville find?
- China Buffet in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has China Buffet in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, China Buffet in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- Has China Buffet in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, China Buffet in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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