LEE'S CHINESE RESTAURANT

Name: LEE'S CHINESE RESTAURANT
Address: 7102 SW 117TH AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33183, US
Rating: 62.3

7102 SW 117TH AVE, MIAMI, FL 33183

License #2325382

🥡 Chinese ℹ️

62.3 Grade F / 100

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January 22, 2026 · 13 findings · 4 critical

Routine - Food

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LEE'S CHINESE RESTAURANT in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 62.3 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 7 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on January 22, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 72 total violations — 13 critical, 9 major, 50 minor.

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The latest inspection on January 22, 2026 shows 13 observation rows: 4 critical, 3 major, and 6 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor inside walk in cooler.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in dry storage room with old food debris.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed egg roll wrappers stored on floor inside walk in cooler and cases of fryer oil stored on floor inside dry storage area.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from cook line. Observed hood filters soiled.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed towels stored on prep table throughout kitchen.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of hydrogen peroxide stored on top of white standing freezer next to cook line.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored directly inside non food grade bag inside white standing freezer next to cook line.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed breaded shrimp stored inside reused cardboard box inside of standing reach in freezer. Operator removed product from cardboard box.
[08A-17-6] 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. Observed raw chicken removed from original packaging stored above raw beef inside standing reach in freezer.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by trash can in kitchen area.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves next to dry storage room where fried rice is stored.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed various foods stored inside walk in cooler not date marked, as per operator products were made one day prior to inspection.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed containers with no handle stored inside containers of rice and cornstarch.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor inside walk in cooler.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler ambient temperature 56F.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach inside of dry storage room.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At bottom of back door
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor in dry storage room dirty with old food debris.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of soy sauce stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed hood filters soiled.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/food contact shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelves in dry storage area where fried rice is stored. Observed interior of standing reach in freezer soiled.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go boxes stored on floor. Operator picked up boxes.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of cook line.
[21-38-4] Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor under triple sink. Operator properly placed bucket.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt and sugar not labeled at cook line.
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee enter kitchen from outside area and begin to prep chicken without washing hands.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over snow peas inside reach in cooler on cook line. Operator relocated products.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ribs (56F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked honey garlic chicken (56F - Cold Holding); inside walk in cooler, as per operator from previous day.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for one hour. Operator moved product to freezer for rapid cooling. Observed cooked ribs (56F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked honey garlic chicken (56F - Cold Holding); inside walk in cooler, as per operator from previous day.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dirty container with cooked noodles stored inside in walk in cooler.
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by mop bucket in dish area. Operator moved mop bucket.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside container of corn starch in dry storage
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor inside walk in cooler
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cigarettes stored on shelf above prep table in kitchen area
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back exit door
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots stored on floor in walk in cooler. Observed flour and sauces stored on floor in back kitchen area.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled in kitchen area
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at cook line. Observed hood filters soiled
[14-05-4] Observed cooked fried chicken stored inside cardboard boxes inside walk in cooler.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled in back area
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth stored on cook line
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of salt not labeled at cook line and containers of flour and cornstarch not labeled in dry storage
[08A-08-5] Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs inside same container with snow peas at reach in cooler on cook line. Operator relocated products.
[03B-01-6] Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (68F - Hot Holding); egg rolls (80F - Hot Holding) on prep table in kitchen area, as per operator for 30 mins.
[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 employee training expired for Yi, and Zhi.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl stored inside container of rice, located at dry storage. During the inspection employee removed it.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed 2 doors standing reach in freezer handles soiled, located at preparation area.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with cooking oil stored on the floor at dry storage.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white standing reach in freezer with ice buildup, located at preparation area.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
[22-08-4] Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed 2 doors standing reach in freezer interior soiled.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw pork in thank you bags stored inside the walk in cooler.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over onions and green peppers stored inside the walk in cooler. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at preparation area. During the inspection employee provided paper towel.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and eggs rolls stored inside the walk in cooler, with no date marking. As per operator food was prepared 2 days before the inspection.