New China
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026
78
Score
New China appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 17, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, showing up five times.
Restaurants in Temple Terrace average 87, so New China trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable under three compartment sink.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two employee beverages on the prep table on the cook line.
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons used to scoop rice in a cup of water temping at 73F. Discussed proper temperature for holding utensils in water. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
78
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink being turned off. Employee was able to turn it back on. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a utensils used to scoop rice in a cup of water temping 81F.
10-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed both handwashing sink faucets slightly leaking.
29-11-4
78
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the interior of the freezer near the three compartment sink being soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed the bottom of the prep table shelf being lined with cardboard. **Repeat Violation**
14-45-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a bowl being used as a scoop in the rice, directly touching it.
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons used to scoop rice in a cup of water temping 80 F. Discussed proper water temperature with the operator.
10-07-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in the rice that is hot holding.
14-01-5
70
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the hand washing sink on the cook line being blocked by a rice cooker. Observed the handwashing sink on the cook line with a wire scrubber. Explained that handwashing sink is only to be used for handwashing to operator. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pans of prepped chicken that the manager stated was made the day before with no date marking. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen above the cook line and prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on the shelf above the three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed two buckets of sauces being stored on the floor near the cook line. Manager placed items 6 inches off of the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of vegetables and meat being stored in the walk in cooler with no cover. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in the walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed a soiled wet cloth in use on the prep table near the three compartment sink.
21-09-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed the bottom of the prep tables being lined with cardboard.
14-45-4
58
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
58
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables in walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
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 - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed rice cooker in front of hand sink on cooks line
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two sponges in hand sink located next to three compartment sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed can in bucket of rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed one bucket of soy sauce on floor. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in reach in freezer located next to 3 compartment sink.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
52
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand-wash sink near register turned off. Employee turned sink back on. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment missing chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink near register.
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
70
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in the walk-in cooler
08A-24-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handsink blocked by a rice cooker. Manager removed the rice cooker. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed celery stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New China last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New China on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New China?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at New China.
How does New China compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?
New China most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Temple Terrace average of 87.
Has New China's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at New China have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at New China 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 New China inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, New China is inspected around two times per year on average.
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