How many health inspections has CHINA CAFE had?

CHINA CAFE has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHINA CAFE ever been shut down?

Yes, CHINA CAFE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHINA CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at CHINA CAFE are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

CHINA CAFE

1545 BRANAN FIELD RD STE 11, Middleburg, FL 32068

Clay County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: JIAN JIANG DIAN · License: SEA2001182

CHINA CAFE in Middleburg, FL has 24 inspections on record with 159 total violations (6.6 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of April 15, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for CHINA CAFE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Apr 18, 2017	Roach activity	09:40:00
Dec 4, 2015	Roach activity	10:25:00

Inspection History (24)

Apr 15, 2025 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Mar 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

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Emergency Closures (2)

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