China Star in Tamarac

Last inspected:

4233 W Commercial Blvd, Tamarac, FL 33319
Overview

China Star in Tamarac has accumulated 278 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.7 per visit. The restaurant was shut down three times for roach activity. In September 2023, inspectors returned on consecutive days and found the facility failed to comply with emergency orders on multiple visits before correcting violations. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $3,000 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, employee health reporting, and single-use items.

Most recent closure: September 18, 2023 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

38Inspections
294Violations
3Closures
$3,400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Star in Tamarac: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

China Star in Tamarac: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for China Star in Tamarac
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 13:42:00
Roach activity 14:09:00
Roach activity 09:16:00

China Star in Tamarac: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)

Total fines on record: $3,400.00

Disciplinary action history for China Star in Tamarac
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025087181 $400.00 Oct 9, 2025 Miami (Doral)
2--2023054297 $400.00 Sep 20, 2023 Fort Lauderdale
2--2018044338 $400.00 Aug 18, 2018 Miami (Doral)
2--2015052889 $800.00 Dec 2, 2015 Miami (Doral)
2--2015044076 $1,400.00 Sep 17, 2015 District 13

China Star in Tamarac: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)

— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection14 violations · 8 high priority
— 6 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 7 inspections39 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

China Star in Tamarac: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Star in Tamarac last inspected?
China Star in Tamarac was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 8, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was China Star in Tamarac last shut down?
China Star in Tamarac was last shut down on September 18, 2023 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 in Tamarac?
The most frequently cited violations at China Star in Tamarac are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has China Star in Tamarac had?
China Star in Tamarac has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Star in Tamarac find?
China Star in Tamarac was most recently inspected on April 8, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has China Star in Tamarac ever been shut down?
Yes, China Star in Tamarac has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has China Star in Tamarac faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China Star in Tamarac has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,400.00 in fines.
How much has China Star in Tamarac been fined?
China Star in Tamarac has been fined a total of $3,400.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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