Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report

CHINA GOURMET III

343 COLONY BLVD STE 108 · THE VILLAGES · Sumter County · FL 32162

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 21, 2026
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3700037
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID13714342
DBPR license7000477

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
4 High Priority4 Intermediate12 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical20 Total

All DBPR Inspector Observations

20 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 4

#13High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler – raw chicken over buckets of sauce, operator rearranged cooler for proper storage **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

Corrected On-SiteRepeat Violation
#14High Priority01B-14-4

High Priority – Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Tray of shell on crash cart broken shells in tray with unbroken eggs

Stop Sale
#15High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In top of reach in cooler across from wok table, cooked at 11:00- broccoli (74F – Cold Holding) egg rolls (70F – Cold Holding);removed from reach in cooler at 11:00.

Stop Sale
#16High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In top of reach in cooler across from wok table, cooked at 11:00- broccoli (74F – Cold Holding)see stop sale Food on counter- removed from walk in cooler at 11:00, egg rolls (70F – Cold Holding); see stop sale, cooked chicken (50F – Cold Holding)moved to reach in cooler – cooled to 41F, Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action TakenStop Sale

Intermediate 4

#17Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled Cutting board at lift top cooler soiled **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#18Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple metal bowls in hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink, towel in hand wash sink at front counter, all removed **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#19Intermediate16-37-1

Intermediate – No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test Kit expired in 2024.

#20Intermediate53A-05-6

Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 3 cooks, 1 employee bagging food.

Basic 12

#1Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/2026.

#2Basic14-09-4

Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At lift top cooler on cook line **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#3Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened bottles of water and canned beverage on prep counters, all removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#4Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind equipment, throughout kitchen

#5Basic08B-38-4

Basic – Food stored on floor. Bucket of sprouts on floor in walk in cooler Fry oil on floor on cook line Buckets of sauce on floor by mop sink, moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#6Basic10-01-5

Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in bulk seasonings In dry storage area. Operator took all to dish wash area **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#7Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Frame and hinges of reach in cooler doors on cook line Crash cart and small table on wheels Shelves in dry storage area **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#8Basic08B-39-4

Basic – Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Operator cutting broccoli and putting back into original cardboard case, operator stated that he did not wash broccoli first.

#9Basic25-32-4

Basic – Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Egg carton trays re used for containing drips. Operated discarded **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#10Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. In dry storage area, bulk seasoning not covered. All covered **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#11Basic08B-17-4

Basic – Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler – cases of unwashed mushrooms and bell peppers above cut cucumbers and onions, some items moved **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#12Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet rowel on board at lift top, moved to bucket 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 8:40 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
5 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 25 · Single-service and single-use items
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.