China Star Restaurant in Winter Park

Last inspected:

753 S Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Overview

China Star Restaurant in Winter Park has accumulated 191 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, particularly handwashing and proper hand/arm washing procedures, which were cited in every inspection reviewed. Employee health policy violations, including failure to report illness and improper health screening, appeared in at least 8 inspections. Chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, allergen awareness, and approved food source violations were also recurring. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Recent inspections show no improvement in citation patterns: the January 8, 2026 routine inspection documented 15 violations including one high-priority handwashing violation; the July 28, 2025 inspection cited 18 violations with high-priority handwashing and chemical storage findings; and the February 10, 2025 inspection documented 6 violations including employee health policy and handwashing violations. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
191Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

China Star Restaurant in Winter Park: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg 5.9 violations / inspection 5.9 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

China Star Restaurant in Winter Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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

China Star Restaurant in Winter Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Star Restaurant in Winter Park last inspected?
China Star Restaurant in Winter Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at China Star Restaurant in Winter Park?
The most frequently cited violations at China Star Restaurant in Winter Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has China Star Restaurant in Winter Park had?
China Star Restaurant in Winter Park has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Star Restaurant in Winter Park find?
China Star Restaurant in Winter Park was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China Star Restaurant in Winter Park ever been shut down?
No, China Star Restaurant in Winter Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

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