China Express
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
64
Score
China Express appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately and about 11 violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair”, showing up six times.
China Express' latest score of 64 falls below the Miami average of 74. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach bottles stored over cooking oil in shelves, located at dry storage. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cooked rice in the hand sink drain. During the inspection, the employee promptly removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken in the walk in cooler without a date label. During the inspection, the employee properly labeled the item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed several containers of cooked food in the walk in cooler not covered. During the inspection, the employee promptly covered the uncovered items.
08B-12-5
64
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm). During the inspection employee prepared a new sanitizer solution Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-52-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked pork, cut ham, fried rice held for more than 24 hours with no date marked at walk in cooler. During the inspection employee marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled. During the inspection employee cleaned it. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. During the inspection employee cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked chicken wings, cooked breaded chicken, and spring rolls in one door reach in cooler not covered. During the inspection employee covered it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
61
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food storage is kept. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed rust on shelves where dry food storage is kept; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed soiled air vent in kitchen areas; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cups and cell phone on cutting board and above food prep at front counter. Observed personal drinking cups in same cooler with food for customers. Operator removed all items to secure location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed coffee cups and cell phone on cutting board and above food prep at front counter; at callback. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed oil next to cook line on floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled air fan in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed soiled air fan in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed rust on shelves in reach in cooler; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-12: Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
64
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medicine stored on counter above cutting board where sushi is made. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked rice in walk in cooler. Operator moved to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves where dry food storage is kept. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer. Inspector went over process with manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
53A-14-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter hand sink with sponges and rag stored inside. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed cooked rolls on menu with masago; not identified. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in walk in cooler cardboard used to line food contact shelf. **Warning**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage to ceiling tiles in dining area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled air vent in kitchen areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed coffee cups and cell phone on cutting board and above food prep at front counter. Observed personal drinking cups in same cooler with food for customers. Operator removed all items to secure location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster available, inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled air fan in kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust on shelves in reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed bucket stored on floor. Operator moved off of ground. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-44-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler and freezer. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed tempura flour container not labeled on kitchen table. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
29
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over French fries in walk in freezer out of original package. Operator put food in proper order on shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw fish and shrimp. Operator moved containers into proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw sushi rolls on menu not marked for customers to know which is raw. Operator marked menus to advise customers which are raw items. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean food grade container, operator removed sticker and placed bin in sink for wash rinse and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of cooked pork in walk in cooler not covered after cooling. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops inside of rice containers. Coached moderator on proper scoops with handles should be used, operator removed bowls. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tiles throughout establishment with water marks.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles in kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed food grade containers wet nesting above three compartment sink. Advised operator to rewash rinse and sanitize, operator removed bins and put into sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
45
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Dec 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork ribs in standing water. Manager put in running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the front counter area, kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two cans of energy drink on top of the prep table. Manager throw away the cans. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone, speaker on the prep area. Manager removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of chicken stored on the kitchen floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings above sauces buckets inside the walk in cooler. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout for the proper storage of food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.discussed with operator and provided handout. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen a spoon and a tong inside the sink.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.discussed with operator and provided form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastics bag boxes on the floor at the front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over cooked pork and cooked chicken inside walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked fried rice(120F - Hot Holding)as per operator has been there approximately 45 minutes before the inspection, operator returned to the stove and reheated to 177F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Missing date of birth. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge and food residue inside hand washing sink by front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with watermark throughout the establishment.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on top of oil box in the dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Express on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Express?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at China Express.
How does China Express compare to other restaurants in Miami?
China Express most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has China Express' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at China Express have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at China Express means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is China Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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