China Star in Lake Mary

Last inspected:

601 Weldon Blvd Ste 113, Lake Mary, FL 32746
Overview

China Star in Lake Mary has logged 24 inspections since November 2022 with 220 total violations, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection—substantially higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, with proper hand and arm washing cited in at least 7 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, food contact surface violations in 8 inspections, and employee health policy or reporting violations in 5 inspections. Allergen awareness violations appeared in 3 of the most recent 5 inspections. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone on April 4, 2023. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Most recent inspection on January 9, 2026 found 21 violations including two high-priority violations for hand washing and allergen awareness, with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
220Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

China Star in Lake Mary: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 9.2 violations / inspection 9.2 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

China Star in Lake Mary: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At the back door extinguisher is in the red

China Star in Lake Mary: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections39 violations · 27 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

China Star in Lake Mary: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Star in Lake Mary last inspected?
China Star in Lake Mary was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at China Star in Lake Mary?
The most frequently cited violations at China Star in Lake Mary are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has China Star in Lake Mary had?
China Star in Lake Mary has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Star in Lake Mary find?
China Star in Lake Mary was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China Star in Lake Mary ever been shut down?
No, China Star in Lake Mary 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 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.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has China Star in Lake Mary had any fire safety violations?
Yes, China Star in Lake Mary has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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