China Star in Lehigh Acres

Last inspected:

1111 Homestead Rd N #19, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
Overview

China Star in Lehigh Acres has accumulated 768 violations across 63 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.2 violations per visit. The facility has faced 7 disciplinary actions totaling $2,920 in fines, with the largest single penalty reaching $800. Fire inspectors cited the restaurant in 2023 for a blocked fire exit with soda cans obstructing the door. The most frequently cited violations involve improper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and hand-washing compliance.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

64Inspections
777Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$2,920in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Star in Lehigh Acres: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 12.1 violations / inspection 12.1 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

China Star in Lehigh Acres: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)

Total fines on record: $2,920.00

Disciplinary action history for China Star in Lehigh Acres
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2022007329 $200.00 Jan 27, 2022 Miami (Doral)
7--2019051032 $800.00 Aug 13, 2019 Miami (Doral)
7--2019031050 $600.00 Apr 30, 2019 Miami (Doral)
7--2018053288 $320.00 Sep 6, 2018 Tampa
7--2018032413 $200.00 May 24, 2018 Miami (Doral)
7--2015014705 $400.00 Mar 23, 2015 Miami (Doral)
7--2014052203 $400.00 Dec 6, 2014 Fort Lauderdale

China Star in Lehigh Acres: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire exit with soda cans in front of door.

China Star in Lehigh Acres: Full Inspection History — DBPR (64)

— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections32 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections63 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections34 violations · 26 high priority
— 6 inspections41 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 10 inspections89 violations · 66 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 11 inspections69 violations · 47 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 14 inspections105 violations · 74 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

China Star in Lehigh Acres: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Star in Lehigh Acres last inspected?
China Star in Lehigh Acres was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at China Star in Lehigh Acres?
The most frequently cited violations at China Star in Lehigh Acres are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has China Star in Lehigh Acres had?
China Star in Lehigh Acres has had 64 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Star in Lehigh Acres find?
China Star in Lehigh Acres was most recently inspected on May 4, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has China Star in Lehigh Acres ever been shut down?
No, China Star in Lehigh Acres 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.
Has China Star in Lehigh Acres had any fire safety violations?
Yes, China Star in Lehigh Acres has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has China Star in Lehigh Acres faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China Star in Lehigh Acres has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,920.00 in fines.
How much has China Star in Lehigh Acres been fined?
China Star in Lehigh Acres has been fined a total of $2,920.00 across 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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