NO 1 CHINESE RESTAURANT

Name: NO 1 CHINESE RESTAURANT
Address: 38 E MAIN ST, APOPKA, FL, 32703, US
Rating: 58.3

38 E MAIN ST, APOPKA, FL 32703

License #5810904

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58.3 Grade F / 100

Failing Health Score

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NO 1 CHINESE RESTAURANT in APOPKA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 58.3 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 5 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on June 11, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 57 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 52 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on June 11, 2026 shows 7 observation rows: 1 critical, 1 major, and 5 minor.

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DBPR ordered this restaurant shut on April 8, 2026

The restaurant was allowed to reopen on April 9, 2026 after passing a callback inspection (Emergency Order Callback Complied). Recent compliance can pull the overall score up quickly because the InspectFL Health Score weighs callbacks heavily.

Disposition: Emergency order recommended · View official DBPR record →

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Improper thawing methods for TCS food, and labeling/handling issues for commercially processed reduced-oxygen-packaged fish.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food, food stored on the floor, food stored uncovered, and improper storage by minimum cooking temperature.
Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
Non-food-contact surfaces (gaskets, shelves, equipment exteriors, door handles) soiled with grease, debris, dirt, slime, or dust.
Single-service items (cups, plates, utensils, straws) stored improperly, exposed to contamination, or reused after intended single use.
Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
Floors, walls, and ceilings soiled with grease, food debris, dust, or in disrepair. Standing water on floor surfaces.

Specific inspector observations for this inspection are available in the official DBPR report, but the direct DBPR visit link is missing for this record.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled by hand sink by back door Wall soiled behind dry storage rack Wall at mop sink soiled
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of reach in cooler heavily soiled on cooks line Hoods soiled Exterior of rice cooker by back door soiled Exterior of flour bin soiled
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
[50-09-4] Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at entrance to walk-in-cooler
[02C-01-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. No date marking on any foods from previous day
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Owner has paperwork, no signatures
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Numerous food items stored in to go bags in deep freezer
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded lettuce 72°; sitting on cooks line, moved to walk-in-cooler KRAB sticks sitting on dry goods shelf defrosting, moved to walk-in-cooler
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen won tons defrosting at room temperature, moved to walk-in-cooler
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over ready to eat shrimp
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at entrance to kitchen
[33-19-4] Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Numerous discarded boxes outside back door
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under fryers
[53A-01-7] Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Deep freezer soiled with food debris Interior of upright cooler heavily soiled
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour bin soiled
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave heavily soiled

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