China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens

Last inspected:

4374 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Overview

China 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.

23Inspections
93Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:41:00

China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for China Town Chef in Palm Beach Gardens
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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
— 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
— 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
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 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
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 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

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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