China Steak House Restaurant 3
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
55
Score
China Steak House Restaurant 3, located at 8565 Sw 24 St #103 in Miami, FL, had a moderate risk inspection on January 14, 2026, with a score of 55. This inspection resulted in two major and eight minor violations. Previous inspections for this Chinese restaurant have also indicated high-risk findings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at the prep table soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed can opener blade at the prep table soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table shelf with rust accumulation. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed prep table shelf with rust accumulation. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located across the cook line soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed reach in cooler gaskets located across the cook line soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no labels. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no labels. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling light shield damaged/in disrepair in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed ceiling light shield damaged/in disrepair in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Observed some ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
55
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sprouts (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per operator, product has been there for about an hour. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed male cook line employees with soiled gloves and not changing them as often.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed roach spray stored underneath prep table.
41-05-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect near dry storage area.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male employee touch personal clothing and then touch kitchen utensils with no hand washing.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed male cook line employees touch arms and face with soiled gloves and immediately grab clean kitchen utensils.
12A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at the prep table soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cups inside hand wash sink next to three compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table shelf with rust accumulation.
22-31-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves near prep table in kitchen.
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling light shield damaged/in disrepair in kitchen area.
38-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor near back exit door soiled.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of cooking oil and soy sauce on floor in dry storage area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets located across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles containing oils and sauces with no labels.
02D-01-5
16
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 15 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding)and raw beef (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler located across the cook line. As per cook, items have been there for about an hour. Operator placed products in ice bath for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored above cooked beef inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store steak inside walk in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink located near dish machine with no running water. Operator opened valves. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen area soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license from October 1, 2024 posted near front desk.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cell phone on shelf above food prep station.
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several kitchen tiles located in kitchen prep area cracked.
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed several containers inside walk in cooler that are cracked / broken being used to stored food.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching flour inside bag of flour in the dry storage area.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed orange cloth underneath white cutting board at the prep table. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in kitchen area not protected or coated.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand wash sink located next to three compartment sink with no hand wash sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled. Observed reach in coolers at the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of pork, chicken, and beef in walk in cooler with no lid or cover.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth located at the cook line not stored in sanitizing solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several clear squeeze bottles containing oil and sauces with no label at the cook line.
02D-01-5
27
Apr 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash station near three compartment sink. Operator restocked. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed prep table shelf with rust accumulation near back prep area.
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor near kitchen/ware wash area.
36-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board with cut marks and no longer cleanable at the prep reach in cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line on the very end right hand side with torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several crack tiles in kitchen prep area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed gray bin inside walk in cooler containing beef cracked/broken.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed kitchen knife stored in between reach in coolers. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights in back prep area missing protective shield.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash station near three compartment sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed reach in cooler gasket located across the cook line soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters with grease accumulation.
36-50-4
47
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding) stored next to the cookline for about 30 minutes, as per operator. Operator stored inside reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork stored in thank you bag in the walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink by 3 compartment sink blocked by a trash can. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed white rice next to the cookline under time, time marked on a board next to walk in cooler. Operator has form but not filled out.
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple containers cracked in the the walk in cooler.
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed sauces, beef and chicken stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored in between 2 flip top reach in cooler, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In the preparation area.
38-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed multiple to go containers stored on the floor in the lobby. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled with old food debris.
36-10-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3rd reach in cooler gaskets torn on the cookline.
14-11-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed old cardboard on the floor soiled.
36-06-4
37
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
27
Nov 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager renewed license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (54F - Cold Holding); wontons (63F - Cold Holding) over ice at expo area. As per manager, for approximately 1 hour. Advised manager to add ice to surrounding container. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance at server's station.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container and power strip stored inside hand sink at ware washing area. Manager removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to 3 compartment sink. Manager replenished appear towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing.
22-38-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed shields missing at ware washing g area and preparation area.
38-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil stored on floor at dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation area and cook line.
21-12-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bags of MSG, salt, flour and sugar not covered at dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service cups and trays stored on floor at dining area.
25-05-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door open during inspection. Manager closed door. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
37
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs (54F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per manager, less than 1 hour. Manager placed item inside reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored in non-food grade bags at walk in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
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 - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled across from walk in cooler. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance.
22-02-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed whole raw chicken thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Manager placed item underneath cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of onions stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed shield missing near cook line.
38-07-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open. Manager closed door. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service containers stored on floor at dining area. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed bags of flour and cornstarch not covered at dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
39
Jul 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing and rinsing plastic containers at 3 compartment sink, not sanitizing. Employee set up 3 compartment sink and sanitized items. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stained at cook line. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black substance.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at ware washing area and cook line. Employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at ware washing area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed and provided manager written procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl stored inside container of cornstarch.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard underneath rice cooker at cook line.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed flour soiled with accumulated food debris at dry storage area.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of raw shrimp stored on the floor at walk in freezer. Observed containers of soy sauce stored on the floor at walk in cooler. Observed containers of cooking oil stored on the floor at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in coolers at cook line. Employee removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located at cook line.
38-07-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back exit door open.
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service trays, cups, bowls and napkins stored on the floor at dining area. Advised manager to store items 6 inches from floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of flour and cornstarch not covered at dry storage area.
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled with black substance.
36-50-4
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