Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor
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658 E Lake Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34685Eastern China Taste Inc in Palm Harbor has accumulated 193 violations across 19 inspections since 2022, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy and proper hand washing violations are endemic to the facility, appearing in 13 of the 19 inspections on record. High-priority violations dominated the most recent inspection on December 17, 2025, which documented employee health policy failures, hand washing violations, and employee health reporting deficiencies. A disciplinary action with $200 in fines was issued. A fire safety violation for a missing portable fire extinguisher was documented on June 25, 2018. The facility has not been emergency-closed. All recent inspection dispositions show "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," indicating compliance callbacks were not required following the violations found.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022008720 | $200.00 | Feb 7, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor last inspected?
- Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor?
- The most frequently cited violations at Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor are: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor had?
- Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor find?
- Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
- No, Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor been fined?
- Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Eastern China Taste INC in Palm Harbor operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: China Taste (2018).
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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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