China Garden West Downtown in Key West
531 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040
China Garden West Downtown in Key West has accumulated 346 violations across 27 inspections dating back over a decade, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection — more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but received a Warning in December 2023 after 13 violations were found, followed by an Administrative Complaint recommendation in September 2023 after 6 high-priority violations including management awareness, allergen awareness, toxic substance control, and chemical storage failures were documented. The facility paid $200 in disciplinary fines. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, particularly improper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 5 recent inspections), allergen awareness failures (cited in at least 4 recent inspections), chemical storage violations (cited in at least 4 recent inspections), and food contact surface issues (cited in 5 consecutive recent inspections). Fire safety inspectors also observed frayed and spliced electrical wires in April 2019. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 found 21 violations and was completed with no further action; however, the persistent violation rate and recurring high-priority findings indicate chronic compliance challenges.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: January 12, 2026
China Garden West Downtown in Key West: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
China Garden West Downtown in Key West: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017004356 | $200.00 | Jan 30, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
China Garden West Downtown in Key West: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
China Garden West Downtown in Key West: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections35 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 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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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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China Garden West Downtown in Key West: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Garden West Downtown in Key West last inspected?
- China Garden West Downtown in Key West 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 Garden West Downtown in Key West?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Garden West Downtown in Key West are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has China Garden West Downtown in Key West had?
- China Garden West Downtown in Key West has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Garden West Downtown in Key West find?
- China Garden West Downtown in Key West was most recently inspected on January 12, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Garden West Downtown in Key West ever been shut down?
- No, China Garden West Downtown in Key West 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- 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 Garden West Downtown in Key West had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, China Garden West Downtown in Key West has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has China Garden West Downtown in Key West faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Garden West Downtown in Key West has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has China Garden West Downtown in Key West been fined?
- China Garden West Downtown in Key West has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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