China Cafe in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
165 Blackford Way, Saint Augustine, FL 32086China Cafe in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed once, on December 1, 2025, for roach activity. The facility was reclosed two days later and complied with corrective requirements. The establishment has accumulated 189 violations across 25 inspections on record, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection—substantially above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections; proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in at least 3 inspections; food contact surface violations appeared in at least 5 inspections; and chemical storage violations were documented in at least 5 inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. A fire safety violation was documented on the most recent inspection (February 18, 2026) for marked exit and path to marked exit blocked by boxes. The most recent inspection on February 18, 2026 resulted in 24 violations and a Warning Issued disposition.
Most recent closure: December 1, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026011546 | $400.00 | Dec 1, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
China Cafe in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Cafe in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- China Cafe in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was China Cafe in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- China Cafe in Saint Augustine was last shut down on December 1, 2025 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 Cafe in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Cafe in Saint Augustine are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has China Cafe in Saint Augustine had?
- China Cafe in Saint Augustine has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Cafe in Saint Augustine find?
- China Cafe in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has China Cafe in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Cafe in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has China Cafe in Saint Augustine had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, China Cafe in Saint Augustine has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has China Cafe in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Cafe in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has China Cafe in Saint Augustine been fined?
- China Cafe in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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