China City in Pembroke Pines

Last inspected:

1669 N Hiatus Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Overview

China City in Pembroke Pines has been emergency-closed once, on September 25, 2023, for rodent activity. Across 29 inspections since 2016, the facility has accumulated 268 violations—averaging 9.2 per inspection, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $3,740 in fines.

High-priority violations have been endemic to this facility's record. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 6 of the last 8 inspections, including failures in employee health reporting and handwashing compliance. Proper hand/arm washing violations were cited in 5 of those inspections. Parasite destruction, approved food source, and food contact surface violations have also appeared repeatedly. On July 23, 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended after an inspection documented 33 violations including high-priority findings in employee health policy, approved food source, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, and allergen awareness. A similar recommendation was made on November 14, 2024, after 10 violations were found.

The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 documented 12 violations with no high-priority findings cited and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: September 25, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
268Violations
1Closures
$3,740in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China City in Pembroke Pines: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 9.2 violations / inspection 9.2 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

China City in Pembroke Pines: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for China City in Pembroke Pines
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 15:19:00

China City in Pembroke Pines: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $3,740.00

Disciplinary action history for China City in Pembroke Pines
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025061926 $2,640.00 Jul 23, 2025 Panama City Beach
2--2023070383 $700.00 Nov 29, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
2--2023054295 $400.00 Sep 26, 2023 Miami (Doral)

China City in Pembroke Pines: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections62 violations · 43 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

China City in Pembroke Pines: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China City in Pembroke Pines last inspected?
China City in Pembroke Pines was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was China City in Pembroke Pines last shut down?
China City in Pembroke Pines was last shut down on September 25, 2023 for 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 City in Pembroke Pines?
The most frequently cited violations at China City in Pembroke Pines are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has China City in Pembroke Pines had?
China City in Pembroke Pines has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China City in Pembroke Pines find?
China City in Pembroke Pines was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China City in Pembroke Pines ever been shut down?
Yes, China City in Pembroke Pines has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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 City in Pembroke Pines faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China City in Pembroke Pines has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,740.00 in fines.
How much has China City in Pembroke Pines been fined?
China City in Pembroke Pines has been fined a total of $3,740.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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