China Mei
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
37
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at China Mei, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 7, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 16 violations each, up from closer to 11 violations before.
Looking across the full record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so China Mei trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice (78 F - Hot Holding)at the front line. As per operator rice was cooked at 11:00 AM. Stop sale was issued.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (78 F - Hot Holding)at the front line. As per operator rice was cooked at 11:00 AM. Stop sale was issued.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed a hose connected at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit available during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled on the floor at kitchen area.
36-06-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs stored above raw chicken in the reach in cooler. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer/ cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at both reach in freezer and reach in cooler in the kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ribs inside the reach in freezer not covered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler next to front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
37
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink at back area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still observed at mop sink at back area. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler leaking at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still observed reach in cooler leaking at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area. Also observed walk in cooler vent soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area. Also observed walk in cooler vent soiled. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed at back door at kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still observed at back door at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler next to front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still observed inside walk in cooler next to front counter. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: Still obseved walls soiled all around kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
61
Dec 2, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed one employee engaged in food preparation changing gloves without washing hands. Employee washed hands during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed yellow peppers stored inside non food grade bag on chest freezer at kitchen area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Fried Rice (63F - Cold Holding); Fried Rice (54F - Cold Holding) ;Sprouts (66F - Cold Holding); Minced garlic with oil (88F - Cold Holding) stored at cook line area at kitchen area . As per operator prepared the day before. Also observed Pasta (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked Ham (49F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Ribs (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (54F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Cream Cheese (59F - Cold Holding); Cooked Breaded Chicken (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator prepared 4 days ago.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fried Rice (63F - Cold Holding); Fried Rice (54F - Cold Holding) ;Sprouts (66F - Cold Holding); Minced garlic with oil (88F - Cold Holding) stored at cook line area at kitchen area . As per operator prepared the day before. Also observed Pasta (53F - Cold Holding); Cooked Ham (49F - Cold Holding); Shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); Ribs (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (54F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Cream Cheese (59F - Cold Holding); Cooked Breaded Chicken (45F - Cold Holding) as per operator prepared 4 days ago. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink at back area.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food prepared inside walk in cooler and reach in freezers according to operator prepared 4 days ago on site with not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled on top of reach in cooler next to hand wash sink at kitchen area. Also observed food containers soiled outside of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink used to stored food. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not chlorine test kit available during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed operator was unable to answer questions related to the proper ppm levels.
53A-14-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside sugar and flour container in front of walk in cooler. Operator removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard soiled on the floor at kitchen area.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area. Also observed walk in cooler vent soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed clean utensils stored between reach in cooler and preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed it during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler unit not working properly.
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 6 dead roaches on the floor next to water heater unit. Also observed 2 dead roaches on the floor at employees bathroom. Also observed 1 dead roach on the floor under table at resting area. Also observed 1 dead roach on the floor under preparation table at kitchen area. Also observed 1 dead roach on the floor next to reach in cooler at kitchen area.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water stored on top of preparation table. Employee removed it during inspection. Also observed employee food stored on top of establishment food at walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler leaking at kitchen area.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of vinegar and sauces stored on the floor under cook line area. Also observed oil case stored on the floor next to cook line at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside chest freezer at kitchen area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cleaned utensils stored inside standing water container at 84 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator removed it and stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezers and reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also observed hood system soiled at cook line area.
23-03-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. Observed at back door at kitchen area.
35B-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed several food containers stored inside reach in cooler next to hand wash sink uncovered. Also observed cooked ribs and cooked breaded chicken stored uncovered inside reach in freezer next to kitchen entrance. Also observed cooked ribs stored uncovered inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed inside walk in cooler next to front counter.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand wash sink at kitchen area.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution all around kitchen area.
21-12-4
11
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil (57F - Cold Holding) at ambient temperature at cook line, as per operator for less than 2 hours prior. Coached operator on correct procedures. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed miso soup (67F - Hot Holding) on top of kitchen stove at the time of the inspection. As per operator for less than 2 hours, advised on correct procedures.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container stored in n front of hand sink. Operator removed. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with utensils inside HWS.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 inside reach in cooler by kitchen entrance with no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
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. Provided to operator via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boar soiled, located at cooking line flip top. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water stains throughout kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cooking line flip top reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen utensils stored in standing water at 65F°, located inside HWS. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of napkin on floor at front counter.
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed most cooked foods not covered inside the 2 door reach in cooler, located at cooking line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
23
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
20
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. On the storage shelf above the preparation sink observed a bottle of Advil stored near food.
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the cook line observed beans sprouts (75F - Cold Holding), as per chef for less than 2 hours, employee placed food back in the cooler for a rapid cool.
03A-02-5
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. Provided a copy for the manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink located in the kitchen blocked by a storage rack, employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Operator printed and completed form on site. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Pai ten chin, Amann Lai.
53B-05-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a bottled water stored on the preparation table by the hand wash sink.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed interior of hand wash sink located by the three compartment sink soiled, observed a metal container used as utensils storage soiled, observed old food residue around the rim of the reach in cooler located in front of the wok station, reach in cooler located in front of the wok station has old food residue and dirt on the exterior of the cooler, storage shelves above the reach in cooler soiled, observed exterior of rice cooker soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in front of the wok interior with old food debris, observed interior of white reach in cooler located in the preparation area with old food dirt accumulated.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. In the white cooler in the storage area observed a container with cooked beef not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
21-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hand was sink handles soiled, hand sink located by the three compartment sink.
23-24-4
30
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. Poster provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large container of cooking oil on the floor. The chef moved it.**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the fryer. The manager moved it **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
64
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above raw beef,located in the walk-in cooler
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above raw pork located in the standing freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed to the left of cookline **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed for cooked rice for fried rice. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen ,ware washing area.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs containing sauces stored on the floor below cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between prep tables located in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of bulk bins soiled. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed for the prep unit.
22-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulation dust. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind the fryers, by the 3 compartment sink.**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Mei last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Mei on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Mei?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at China Mei.
How does China Mei compare to other restaurants in Miami?
China Mei most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has China Mei's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at China Mei have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Mei means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is China Mei inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Mei is inspected around three times per year on average.
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