China Kitchen in Spring Hill
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11198 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34609China Kitchen in Spring Hill has accumulated 257 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and rodent activity in September 2023 and received an emergency order callback the following day. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,000 in fines. Top violations involve proper hand and arm washing, sewage disposal, and consumer advisories, with fire inspectors documenting scorched electrical outlets and surge protectors near food preparation areas in 2021.
Most recent closure: September 27, 2023 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
China Kitchen in Spring Hill: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
This Facility
8.6
violations / inspection
8.6 violations per inspection
Hernando County Avg
4.01
violations / inspection
4.01 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hernando County Avg
0.3
closures / facility
0.3 county average
China Kitchen in Spring Hill: Emergency Closure History (1)
China Kitchen in Spring Hill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023058379 | $400.00 | Sep 27, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 3--2018009632 | $200.00 | Jan 11, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
China Kitchen in Spring Hill: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Surge protector by reach in cooler, scorched outlets
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 Kitchen in Spring Hill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
China Kitchen in Spring Hill: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Kitchen in Spring Hill last inspected?
- China Kitchen in Spring Hill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was China Kitchen in Spring Hill last shut down?
- China Kitchen in Spring Hill was last shut down on September 27, 2023 for roach & 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 Kitchen in Spring Hill?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Kitchen in Spring Hill are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper sewage disposal, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has China Kitchen in Spring Hill had?
- China Kitchen in Spring Hill has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Kitchen in Spring Hill find?
- China Kitchen in Spring Hill was most recently inspected on August 5, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has China Kitchen in Spring Hill ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Kitchen in Spring Hill has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has China Kitchen in Spring Hill had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, China Kitchen in Spring Hill has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has China Kitchen in Spring Hill faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Kitchen in Spring Hill has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has China Kitchen in Spring Hill been fined?
- China Kitchen in Spring Hill has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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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