Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke
Last inspected:
1371 S Walnut Street #1300, Starke, FL 32091Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has accumulated 423 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity. Fire inspections in 2017 and 2022 documented portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone, a deficiency that persisted across five years. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in $1,200 in fines. Recent enforcement patterns show recurring administrative complaints from 2023 onward, with multiple inspections recommending disciplinary action in 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.
Most recent closure: September 24, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Comparison to Bradford County Averages
This Facility
10.9
violations / inspection
10.9 violations per inspection
Bradford County Avg
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Bradford County Avg
0.29
closures / facility
0.29 county average
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Emergency Closure History (2)
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021046628 | $1,200.00 | Sep 24, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher by hot holding line in red zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to front counter.
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.
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Full Inspection History — DBPR (39)
— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections41 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections41 violations · 29 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
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke last inspected?
- Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke last shut down?
- Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke was last shut down on September 24, 2021 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 Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke had?
- Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has had 39 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke find?
- Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke was most recently inspected on April 16, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke ever been shut down?
- Yes, Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke been fined?
- Lingui #1 Chinese Restaurant in Starke has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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.
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