CHINA GARDEN
3300 N ROOSEVELT BLVD, KEY WEST, FL 33040
License #5401136
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Mixed Health Record
How is this score calculated? →CHINA GARDEN in KEY WEST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 72.9 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on January 27, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 38 total violations — 6 critical, 4 major, 28 minor.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on January 27, 2026 shows 27 observation rows: 4 critical, 4 major, and 19 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [01B-01-4] Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can; 16 oz Szechuan Sweet Bean Sauce.
- [27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at mens restroom hand sink.
- [32-07-5] Bathroom facility not clean. Observed urinal and toilet stained.
- [36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
- [41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed iodine stored on dry dish rack above triple sink, . Operator corrected during inspection. Observed container of menthol cream above reach in coolers across cook line. Operator removed cream during inspection.
- [16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
- [29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
- [51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site. Inspector provided via email.
- [14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed interior walk in cooler.
- [23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled next to cook line.
- [14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers across cook line.
- [35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back screen door.
- [53B-14-5] Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 expired certificates Kevin and Si Qi; 8/14/24 and 07/14/24.
- [08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above veggies chopped in walk in cooler. Operator corrected order during inspection. Observed in cooler next to prep sink; raw beef stored above tempura chicken. Operator changed order during inspection.
- [22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of warmer soiled.
- [22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Observed in walk
- [08B-48-4] Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed snow peas being prepped in dining area. Observed dumplings being made outside of restrooms. Operator discontinued food prep on both areas; all items returned to kitchen.
- [22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food shelves. Observed soiled dry dish racks.
- [22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
- [36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks/ water damage to multiple tiles in kitchen.
- [14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in freezers.
- [51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no printed copy on site.
- [23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in multiple coolers. Observed hood system heavily soiled.
- [36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
- [14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup stored inside sugar located in dry storage room.
- [14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in kitchen under dish and dry food racks across cook line.
- [08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soy on floor outside of walk in cooler. Observed case of soy in walk in cooler.
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