China Wal Restaurant in Ocala

Last inspected:

7123 N Us Hwy 441, Ocala, FL 34475
Overview

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala was emergency-closed on October 16, 2024 for roach and rodent activity. The facility has been cited for 199 violations across 26 inspections, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection — significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring and persistent: shell stock requirements violations appeared in at least 5 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 6 inspections, proper hand and arm washing violations in at least 3 inspections, and time-as-control violations in at least 3 inspections. The facility received one formal disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were cited on December 9, 2022 (portable fire extinguisher inaccessible) and April 5, 2023 (portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone). Following the October 2024 emergency closure, compliance callbacks on October 17 resulted in a "Not Complied" disposition and a time extension order for shell stock requirements. The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 documented 27 violations including three high-priority violations (management awareness, shell stock requirements, and time as control) and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: October 16, 2024 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
199Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for China Wal Restaurant in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 16:24:00

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for China Wal Restaurant in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2025005861 $400.00 Oct 16, 2024 Tampa

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the silver fire extinguisher indicates a recharge is required.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-06-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher is inaccessible. For reporting purposes only. Observed the silver K class fire extinguisher was inaccessible/unseen as it was covered by a large cloth. The cloth was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

China Wal Restaurant in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

Is China Wal Restaurant in Ocala under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between October 16, 2024 and October 17, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was China Wal Restaurant in Ocala last inspected?
China Wal Restaurant in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was China Wal Restaurant in Ocala last shut down?
China Wal Restaurant in Ocala was last shut down on October 16, 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 Wal Restaurant in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at China Wal Restaurant in Ocala are: Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has China Wal Restaurant in Ocala had?
China Wal Restaurant in Ocala has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Wal Restaurant in Ocala find?
China Wal Restaurant in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China Wal Restaurant in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, China Wal Restaurant in Ocala has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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 V09 (No contamination) mean?
Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
Has China Wal Restaurant in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, China Wal Restaurant in Ocala has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has China Wal Restaurant in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China Wal Restaurant in Ocala has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has China Wal Restaurant in Ocala been fined?
China Wal Restaurant in Ocala has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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