China Star
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
45
Score
Public records show eight inspections at China Star stretching back to 2022. China Star was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to other Lake Mary restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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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
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
Aug 20, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - observed in bulk dry items
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over triple sink
36-34-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - door closure device broken at back door
35B-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - shelves soiled and rusted
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. - cooking oil
08B-38-4
78
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by triple sink blocked with mini umbrella **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear chemical in spray bottle not labeled at front counter
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to dish out cooked rice instead of spoon **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cooking oil stored on floor by walk in cooler
08B-47-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cooks line
22-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Baking soda in clear container no label at bottom of prep table
02D-01-5
64
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw wings over unwashed broccoli in the walk in cooler
08A-04-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -line hand sink needs cleaning
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open water bottle in the line make cooler
12B-13-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Closer is disconnected
35B-03-4
74
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 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. In the white GE freezer a tray of chicken is stored over a tray of beef
08A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Crab Rangoon
02C-02-5
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. Provided DBPR HR 5030-103 EMPLOYEE HEALTH Food Employee Reporting Agreement
11-26-1
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 DBPR HR 5030-104 Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of oil
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. In the kitchen
36-62-4
Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Inspector needed the use of a flash light to conduct the inspection
38-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. The supply line at the kitchen hand sink is leaking
29-11-4
45
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 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. In the white frigidaire freezer , repackaged raw chicken is over beef
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tofu, battered chicken not labled
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At the front line no hot water
27-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In the white frigidaire freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 in the kitchen
36-62-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored wet in the winger
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Star last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Star on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Star?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at China Star.
How does China Star compare to other restaurants in Lake Mary?
China Star most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Mary average of 79.
Has China Star's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Star have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Star 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 Star inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Star is inspected around three times per year on average.
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