Chen's China King in Largo
Last inspected:
10439 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33771Chen's China King in Largo has averaged 11.8 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since 2016, more than double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring, particularly in employee health reporting (cited in at least 7 inspections), proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 8 inspections), chemical storage (cited in at least 6 inspections), shell stock requirements (cited in at least 5 inspections), and food contact surface sanitation (cited in at least 6 inspections). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Most recent inspections show continued high violation counts: 30 violations on March 17, 2026 (with high-priority findings in hand washing, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage), and 24 violations on November 6, 2025 (including high-priority violations in employee health reporting, chemical storage, and hand washing). The March 17, 2026 inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Chen's China King in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Chen's China King in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 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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— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections34 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Chen's China King in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chen's China King in Largo last inspected?
- Chen's China King in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 24, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Chen's China King in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chen's China King in Largo are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Chen's China King in Largo had?
- Chen's China King in Largo has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chen's China King in Largo find?
- Chen's China King in Largo was most recently inspected on September 24, 2026 with 16 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Chen's China King in Largo ever been shut down?
- No, Chen's China King in Largo has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
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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).
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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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