China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens
Last inspected:
4374 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens has been emergency-closed once, on April 16, 2015, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 93 violations across 23 inspections between 2015 and January 2026, averaging 4.0 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines were issued against the facility.
Employee health reporting violations are the dominant pattern, cited in at least 5 of the last 8 inspections, including in January 2025, July 2025, and August 2024. High-priority handwashing and hand-washing facility violations have appeared repeatedly. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 was completed with no further action required after documenting 9 violations, though 6 of those violations involved handwashing and approved food sources, citing the same violations multiple times within the inspection. The prior inspection on September 30, 2025 resulted in call back compliance with zero violations.
Most recent closure: April 16, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 09:41:00 |
China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024055140 | $200.00 | Aug 14, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2015018174 | $400.00 | Apr 17, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens last inspected?
- China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens last shut down?
- China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens was last shut down on April 16, 2015 for roach 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 Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens had?
- China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens find?
- China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens been fined?
- China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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