CHINA GARDEN
3300 N ROOSEVELT BLVD · KEY WEST · Monroe County · FL 33040
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
Counts reported for this inspection visit.
All DBPR Inspector Observations
27 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
41-07-4High Priority – 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. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can; 16 oz Szechuan Sweet Bean Sauce.
08A-05-6High Priority – 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. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
Intermediate 4
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry food shelves. Observed soiled dry dish racks.
22-31-4Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnets. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
53B-14-5Intermediate – 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.
27-16-4Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at men's restroom hand sink.
Basic 19
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
32-07-5Basic – Bathroom facility not clean. Observed urinal and toilet stained.
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli cup stored inside sugar located in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handles soiled next to cook line.
14-05-4Basic – Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in kitchen under dish and dry food racks across cook line.
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracks/ water damage to multiple tiles in kitchen.
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
08B-48-4Basic – 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. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back screen door.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soy on floor outside of walk in cooler. Observed case of soy in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in freezers.
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of warmer soiled.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
51-18-6Basic – No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no printed copy on site.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in multiple coolers. Observed hood system heavily soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in multiple coolers. Observed in walk
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers across cook line.
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed interior walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 14, 2026 8:34 AM.
Violation category totals
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
5 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
4 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.