CHINA GARDEN
1527 BARTOW RD · LAKELAND · Polk County · FL 33801
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 1
14-31-5High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bags of cooked chicken stored in walk-in freezer
Intermediate 4
11-27-4Intermediate – Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket, stored in hand sink by front counter. Moved bucket to front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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. All Safe Staff food handler certifications expired
11-26-1Intermediate – 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.
Basic 5
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls in containers of starches and seasonings with no handle
50-09-4Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walking cooler racks soiled with accumulated mold like substance.
13-03-4Basic – Observed 3 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 15, 2026 7:17 AM.
Violation category totals
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.