China Star Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, China Star Restaurant has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Among Stuart restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, Through out establishment - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris through out establishment and inside walk in in cooler and freezer - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food containers stored on floor of walk in cooler and freezer - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-06: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
82
Feb 2, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Mar 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Jul 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
22
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Multiple items in chest freezer
14-31-5
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Raid roach spray atdish area
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked chicken in walk-in cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sprouts (59F - Cold Holding) on crash cart on cookline. Operator states out less then 4 hours, will place in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing date marked in any cooler. Operator will day mark items **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container holding to go containers on sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. At door and icicles hanging from compressor
14-69-4
41
May 31, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine sanitizing at 0/ppm/chlorine/corrective action taken/operator called for service. **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 80 degrees, bean sprouts, 78 degrees, beef(stored within 2 hours)/corrective action taken/operator stored foods back in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 spray on top of Dish machine/corrective action taken/operator stored chemical in proper area. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of to go containers, deli paper./kitchen/corrective action taken/operator removed items. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops
10-07-4
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Chicken wings/kitchen/corrective action taken/operator stored chicken back in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-06-5
52
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Star Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Star Restaurant on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Star Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at China Star Restaurant.
How does China Star Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Stuart?
China Star Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Stuart average of 81.
Has China Star Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Star Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at China Star Restaurant 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 Star Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Star Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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