China Gate in New Port Richey

Last inspected:

11336 Ridge Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Overview

China Gate in New Port Richey was emergency-closed on April 18, 2024 for roach and rodent activity. The 8-seat permanent food service establishment has been inspected 32 times since 2016, accumulating 261 violations—an average of 8.2 per inspection, more than 50% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern: proper hand-washing and food contact surface violations appeared in every inspection from May 2024 onward, and employee health reporting violations were cited in 4 of the past 6 inspections. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on August 20, 2025 documented 9 violations including 2 high-priority violations for proper hand-washing and food contact surfaces, with disposition "Inspection Completed - No Further Action."

Most recent closure: April 18, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

32Inspections
261Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Gate in New Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages

This Facility 8.2 violations / inspection 8.2 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Pasco County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

China Gate in New Port Richey: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for China Gate in New Port Richey
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 15:38:00

China Gate in New Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for China Gate in New Port Richey
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2024029488 $400.00 Apr 18, 2024 Fort Lauderdale
3--2018041488 $200.00 Jun 19, 2018 Miami (Doral)

China Gate in New Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)

— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections33 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections44 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

China Gate in New Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Gate in New Port Richey last inspected?
China Gate in New Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 20, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was China Gate in New Port Richey last shut down?
China Gate in New Port Richey was last shut down on April 18, 2024 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 Gate in New Port Richey?
The most frequently cited violations at China Gate in New Port Richey are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has China Gate in New Port Richey had?
China Gate in New Port Richey has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Gate in New Port Richey find?
China Gate in New Port Richey was most recently inspected on August 20, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China Gate in New Port Richey ever been shut down?
Yes, China Gate in New Port Richey has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
Has China Gate in New Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China Gate in New Port Richey has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has China Gate in New Port Richey been fined?
China Gate in New Port Richey has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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