China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie
Last inspected:
5485 Nw St James Drive, Port St Lucie, FL 34983China Star Restaurant in Port St. Lucie has accumulated 351 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 11 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Food contact surfaces, hand washing, and ventilation violations appear most frequently in inspection records. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800.
Most recent closure: April 5, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
This Facility
10.8
violations / inspection
10.8 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg
5.07
violations / inspection
5.07 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Lucie County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Emergency Closure History (2)
China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018021635 | $800.00 | Apr 5, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018016213 | $800.00 | Mar 19, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016058524 | $200.00 | Oct 31, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-04-06: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located at the back door - From follow-up inspection on 2016-04-07: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located at the back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 10 inspections49 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie last inspected?
- China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie last shut down?
- China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie was last shut down on April 5, 2018 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 Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie had?
- China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie find?
- China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie been fined?
- China Star Restaurant in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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