Sunrise Chinese Food

1034 Nw 10 Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Chinese

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Sunrise Chinese Food seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Sunrise Chinese Food trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed cook move from prep area (raw chicken prep) to wok station, no hand wash. Immediately intercepted to correct. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-16-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by buckets. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on shelf above food preparation. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves above prep station with build up.

23-03-4

Jul 16, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs in cooler above vegetables. Operator relocated to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs, per operator more than 24 hours, no date mark. Operator added date. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler by back door has broken thermometer.

05-05-4

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 28, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in reach in cooler above vegetables. **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk Sugar and bulk Salt containers not labeled. Operator labeled during visit. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed canned pineapple juice and soy sauce stored in employee restroom. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-37-4

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked pork in cookline glass door unit. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee bathroom hand sink - water 86F. Operator made adjustments. Hot water 110F. **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and gaskets.

23-24-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in chicken - cookline. Operator stored scoop properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-06-5

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle in freezer at cookline. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunrise Chinese Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunrise Chinese Food on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sunrise Chinese Food?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sunrise Chinese Food.

How does Sunrise Chinese Food compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?

Sunrise Chinese Food most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.

Has Sunrise Chinese Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sunrise Chinese Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sunrise Chinese Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Sunrise Chinese Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sunrise Chinese Food is inspected around two times per year on average.

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