China House
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
78
Score
China House has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 8, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “wet wiping cloth not stored”, which has been cited six times.
China House scores about where you'd expect for a Fort Myers restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 1/2 lb can of hoisin sauce dented. Operator separated can to be returned to distributor. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins. Educated operator on the importance of labeling. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
78
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls in walk in cooler not date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense cornstarch. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris on outside of refrigerator next to fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed vegetables and egg rolls not covered in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins.
02D-01-5
58
Nov 4, 2024
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 container of raw chicken stored over container of egg rolls in front reach in cooler. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink next towline in cooler blocked by buckets. Operator removed buckets. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed frozen precooked chopped pork not date marked. Educated operator on importance of date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
61
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed frozen raw chicken stored over noodles. Operator placed noodles on top shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
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. Operator completed form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked egg rolls not date marked in walk in cooler. Educated operator on importance of date marking foods. Operator date marked before leaving inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment faucet handles at three compartment sink.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone on prep table. Operator removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Educated operator on defrosting reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered in walk in cooler. Cut vegetables and cooked foods. Educated operator on importance of covering foods in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Educated operator on storing wet wiping cloth in sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/salt/sugar bins.
02D-01-5
47
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over egg rolls. Operator switched containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked meats and egg rolls not date marked in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Educated operator on importance of defrosting freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Stored cut vegetables not covered in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Educated operator on storing wiping cloths in sanitizing solution. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
67
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed trays of frozen raw chicken stored over tray of frozen raw pork in upright reach in freezer in dry storage area.
08A-02-6
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Educated operator on importance of storing wet wiping cloths in sanitizing solution. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense precooked chicken. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind toilet in bathroom.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near back kitchen exit.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
52
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw chicken stored over ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Flour/sugar/salt bins.
22-02-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Floor/sugar/salt bins.
02D-01-5
64
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed tray of raw chicken stored over tray of raw beef.
08A-02-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense precooked chicken.
14-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath/behind cooking equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China House on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China House?
Across the inspection record, “wet wiping cloth not stored” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at China House.
How does China House compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
China House most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has China House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at China House have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at China House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is China House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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