China Ocean
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
18
Score
Across the available record, China Ocean has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 13, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 15 violations lately compared to roughly nine violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “food stored on floor” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
China Ocean's latest score of 18 falls below the Miami average of 74. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
18
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 25 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed product reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No cleaning agent available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until cleaning agent is available for warewashing. Operator went and purchased cleaning agent at time of the inspection.
22-64-1
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
16-36-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cook chicken, rice, honey chicken at walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink near triple sink used to stored metal dishes scrubber.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at cook line.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing above the walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen with heavy water damage. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of soup stored on floor at walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
33-24-4
Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed in the kitchen.
33-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing near cook line 68F. Operator discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handwash sink heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water at handwash sink near the triple sink.
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of honey chicken not covered at walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near the triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation line and cook line.
21-12-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt at preparation table near the triple sink.
02D-01-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed water leaking soiled wiping cloth in contact with food at walk in cooler.
21-10-4
18
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave soiled in inside. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Observed microwave soiled in inside. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed floor behind multiple cardboard boxes around the establishment used as garbage container. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Observed floor behind prep area with multiple cardboard boxes around the establishment used as garbage container. **Time Extended**
33-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area shows damage. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area shows damage. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetable oil stored on the front counter area floor under. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Observed cases of vegetable oil stored on the front counter area floor under. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed inside kitchen area storage shelves not organized. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed inside kitchen area storage shelves not organized. **Time Extended**
33-34-4
74
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed vitamin container located in the storage shelves located in the kitchen area.
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over dumplings.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator unable to to provide proof of required state approved employee training provided for wei lan chzheng she is been working here for more than a year.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed microwave soiled in inside.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment observed between fryers with heavy grease buildup.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed floor behind multiple cardboard boxes around the establishment used as garbage container.
33-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area shows damage.
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetable oil stored on the front counter area floor under.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under prep table with heavy soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed dessert prep coolers soiled in the inside.
22-16-4
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed inside kitchen area storage shelves not organized.
33-34-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cases spring rolls not covered located in the kitchen area..
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled walls soiled throughout the establishment.
36-27-5
35
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
41
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
32
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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
37
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over celery in up right refrigerator by cook line. Manager moved eggs to bottom. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line make table: cooked ham 46F, bean sprouts 53F, less than 4 hours, moved to walking at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker required on faucet where hose is connected.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in three compartment sink. Manager discussed with employee.
12A-03-4
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. No proof for cashier. Provided reporting form to operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board lining inside of cut onions container. Linens laying on top of cut onions. Manager removed linens and card board. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above front counter area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying license expired 2018. Provided flyer on self print licenses to manager.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket area of walk-in cooler, walk-in cooler shelves, handle areas of upright reach in freezers and make table lid. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Near three compartment sink.
36-64-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. By dish pit.
29-20-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under handwash in dish pit leaking.
29-11-4
37
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored in non food grade bags at upright freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled reach in coolers at grill area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed air gap in back exit door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on floor of dining room area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave soiled with food debris next to hand washing sink
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in cooler and upright coolers.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled of walk in cooler and walk in freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit door.
35B-03-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wood used for storage not treated or sealed wood next to cooking area.
14-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauces in squeeze bottles ready to be used not labeled **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
47
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
26
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Ocean last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Ocean on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Ocean?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at China Ocean.
How does China Ocean compare to other restaurants in Miami?
China Ocean most recently scored 18 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has China Ocean's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at China Ocean have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Ocean 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 Ocean inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Ocean is inspected around three times per year on average.
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