How many health inspections has CHINA STAR had?

CHINA STAR has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHINA STAR ever been shut down?

Yes, CHINA STAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHINA STAR?

The most frequently cited violations at CHINA STAR are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

CHINA STAR

1501 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart, FL 34994

Martin County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: STUART CHINA STAR, LLC · License: SEA5300561

CHINA STAR in Stuart, FL has 28 inspections on record with 164 total violations (5.9 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

28Inspections

164Violations

1Closures

Data current as of March 10, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for CHINA STAR
Date	Reason	Reopened
Apr 12, 2019	Roach activity	N/A

Inspection History (28)

Mar 10, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 5, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Assigned to Inspector

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 20, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Nov 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

May 31, 2023 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Mar 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 21, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 18, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Nov 7, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 11, 2019 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 15, 2019 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 6, 2017 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 13, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 12, 2016 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHINA STAR has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Martin County average of 0.09 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.76.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHINA STAR had?: CHINA STAR has had 28 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHINA STAR ever been shut down?: Yes, CHINA STAR has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at CHINA STAR?: The most frequently cited violations at CHINA STAR are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.

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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.

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