China Taste
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
45
Score
China Taste appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 6, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “food stored on floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
By comparison, the average Deltona facility scores 73, putting China Taste on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
45
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
32
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
50
Jul 16, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
25
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -in reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw chicken over onions **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handsink next to 3 compartment sink blocked by trash can **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -buckets on floor in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -hand sink next to 3 compartment sink in kitchen
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers throughout kitchen soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -at front counter for customer use **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-02-4
55
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -in freezers
14-31-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under and between equipment in kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -buckets of sauces, oil at cooking area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets in upright freezers torn and area around gaskets soiled -lids of sugar, msg soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -2 bins, sugar and salt **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. Raw chicken over raw pork, chest freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Numerous items stored above make table.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Rice. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Two door unit.
29-49-6
64
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bulk food containers soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Numerous items in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Taste last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Taste on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Taste?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at China Taste.
How does China Taste compare to other restaurants in Deltona?
China Taste most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Deltona average of 73.
Has China Taste's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Taste have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Taste 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 Taste inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Taste is inspected around two times per year on average.
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