Hua Xing
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
52
Score
Inspectors have visited Hua Xing nine times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Feb 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
Looking across the full record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Vero Beach average 77, so Hua Xing trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork over cooked shrimp in reach in freezer. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs above sauces in make table cooler. Raw shelled eggs above cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved eggs in both coolers **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut cabbage observed at 58f. Cooked noodles observed at 56f. In service for 3 hours. Operator moved to cooler to rapid chill **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stainless steel Low boy cooler has buildup up on handles and door frame. White freezer handle next to 3 bay sink has caked on food residue
23-24-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Meat cleavers stored in dirty basket. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
24-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen have build up of old food debris **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Build up of old food debris between prep table and cooler. -shelf above low boy cooler used to store to go bags has dust build up. -Shelving above coolers on cooks line has dust buildup.
23-03-4
52
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut cabbage observed at 61f for 2 hours.operator moved to walk in cooler to rapid chill **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Meat cleavers stored in soiled basket in dry storage
24-06-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Front prep table
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Old food debris throughout kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water inlet valve on wok table is leaking
29-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
67
Mar 7, 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
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
70
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Meat grinder blades with old food debris being stored in freezer. Educated operator to clean after each use.
22-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In back kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Containers of soy sauce in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp sitting in water by prep sink that is still frozen. Operator moved under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bins
02D-01-5
64
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. In reach in cooler. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork with vegetables in reach in freezer. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Found cut chicken and cut beef sitting out at 50-54F. Manager stated it has been sitting for 30 minutes. Items were moved to cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
55
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Scoops in sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease dripping from fire suppression devices
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Shelf next to fryer **Repeat Violation**
14-20-4
74
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Using wrong sanitizer, owner went next door to buy proper bleach **Corrected On-Site**
22-48-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. White upright freezer
23-24-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to dispense chicken
14-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Multiple bracelets being worn **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cooks line. 2. Floor tiles missing around mop sink **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Pepper spice mix not labeled **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
58
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Egg rolls placed into wonton wrapper box. 2. Stored foods not covered, scallops in reach in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat grinder soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Noodles in walk-in cooler, chicken wings in front cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Dates not completed **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracket worn by employee. Educated. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. 2. Floor behind grill is heavily soiled
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Jugs of fry oil
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters dirty **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared plaza
33-16-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Blue bins by rear door
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
45
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hua Xing last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hua Xing on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hua Xing?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hua Xing.
How does Hua Xing compare to other restaurants in Vero Beach?
Hua Xing most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Vero Beach average of 77.
Has Hua Xing's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hua Xing have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hua Xing 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 Hua Xing inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hua Xing is inspected around three times per year on average.
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