China Kitchen in Lake Worth
Last inspected:
6484 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33463China Kitchen in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed once, on March 11, 2026, for fly activity. The facility averaged 4.2 violations per inspection across 26 inspections since 2016, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, high-priority violations have been recurring and severe: proper hand washing violations appeared in 9 of the last 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in 4 inspections. On March 11, 2026, an inspector documented 12 violations including 5 high-priority findings and recommended an emergency closure order. The facility complied and was cleared the following day on March 12, 2026 with zero violations. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 12, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: March 11, 2026 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Kitchen in Lake Worth: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
China Kitchen in Lake Worth: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Kitchen in Lake Worth: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026018431 | $400.00 | Mar 11, 2026 | Miami (Doral) |
China Kitchen in Lake Worth: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
China Kitchen in Lake Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Kitchen in Lake Worth last inspected?
- China Kitchen in Lake Worth was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Kitchen in Lake Worth last shut down?
- China Kitchen in Lake Worth was last shut down on March 11, 2026 for fly 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 Kitchen in Lake Worth?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Kitchen in Lake Worth are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has China Kitchen in Lake Worth had?
- China Kitchen in Lake Worth has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Kitchen in Lake Worth find?
- China Kitchen in Lake Worth was most recently inspected on May 13, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Kitchen in Lake Worth ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Kitchen in Lake Worth has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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.
- Has China Kitchen in Lake Worth faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Kitchen in Lake Worth has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has China Kitchen in Lake Worth been fined?
- China Kitchen in Lake Worth has been fined a total of $400.00 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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