Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

CHINA TASTE

3800 S TAMIAMI TRL STE 26A · SARASOTA · Sarasota County · FL 34239

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateFebruary 28, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3382714
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8473675
DBPR license6805121

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority0 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical6 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 1

#6High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed drain cleaner next to clean pots. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 5

#1Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Observed debris on door handles on 3 door reachin freezer near back entrance.

#2Basic36-37-5

Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed ceiling tiles not smooth in triple sink area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#3Basic33-12-4

Basic – Dumpster rusted out on bottom.Shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#4Basic33-11-4

Basic – Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#5Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed gasketssoiled on 3 door reachin cooler across from woks. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 11, 2026 1:48 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
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.