China Lee Restaurant in Miami
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559 Sw 8th Street, Miami, FL 33130China Lee Restaurant in Miami has operated under persistent food safety violations and experienced one emergency closure. The facility was emergency-closed on December 9, 2021 for roach and rodent activity. Across 26 inspections dating from at least 2021 through March 2026, the restaurant accumulated 402 violations—averaging 15.5 violations per inspection, nearly three times the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record: chemical storage violations appeared in at least 7 of the last 8 inspections; food contact surface violations were cited in 6 consecutive inspections; employee health policy and proper hand-washing violations recurred across multiple inspections; improper cooking temperatures and time-as-a-control violations were documented repeatedly. The facility also received a $400 fine through one disciplinary action. Recent inspections show continued compliance challenges: on March 10, 2026, an inspector documented 45 violations including five high-priority findings and issued a Warning; on October 29, 2025, 54 violations were cited including six high-priority violations. The most recent inspection on March 31, 2026 documented 6 violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition, indicating a prior violation was corrected.
Most recent closure: December 9, 2021 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Lee Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
China Lee Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Lee Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021056807 | $400.00 | Dec 9, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
China Lee Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections39 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections43 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection14 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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China Lee Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Lee Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- China Lee Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was China Lee Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
- China Lee Restaurant in Miami was last shut down on December 9, 2021 for roach & rodent 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 Lee Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Lee Restaurant in Miami are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has China Lee Restaurant in Miami had?
- China Lee Restaurant in Miami has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Lee Restaurant in Miami find?
- China Lee Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has China Lee Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Lee Restaurant in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has China Lee Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Lee Restaurant in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has China Lee Restaurant in Miami been fined?
- China Lee Restaurant in Miami 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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