CANTON PALACE CHINESE RESTAURANT
7980 SW 8 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33144
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
31 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
22-12-5High Priority – Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Observed thermometer soiled.
14-15-4High Priority – Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage – direct contact with food. Observed in chest freezer outside of kitchen dim sum rolls in to go bags.
08A-05-6High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cooked chicken and noodles. Operator moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp in plastic stored above cooked egg rolls. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate 5
53A-10-4Intermediate – Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calculate thermometer. Inspector went over process with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Observed no form or kit. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
05-07-4Intermediate – Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed thermometer not calibrated due to managers knowledge of calibration. Inspector went over process with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food is kept. Observed soiled tabletop where food is prepared across cook line. Observed interior of coolers soiled at kitchen entrance.
53B-10-4Intermediate – Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed employee training missing signature and date of birth.
Basic 22
16-03-4Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dish machine soiled.
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at microwave next to cook line and reach in coolers soiled.
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area nonabsorbent tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen.
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.observed ceiling tiles with stains or soiled air vent.
32-12-5Basic – Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in women's restroom covers removed. As per operator, customers complain that the lid is on and they do not wish to touch the lid.
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath screen of back door of kitchen.
36-22-4Basic – Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor where floor tiles are missing near stove.
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor of walk in cooler soiled with food debris
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles near stove area missing.
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed rice bags on floor in prep area near kitchen exit. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer as well as both chest freezers. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4Basic – No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster. Inspector provided form via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of multiple cold holding equipment soiled. Observed cords and light fixtures soiled throughout kitchen. Observed vents in walk in cooler soiled. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in coolers. Observed good system soiled. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6Basic – Observed Standing water in bottom of walk in cooler.
22-16-4Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen soiled shelves. Observed interior of coolers soiled at kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers rusted shelves. **Repeat Violation**
25-32-4Basic – Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed containers of spices being reused to store cooked food in reach in coolers and in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed in walk in freezer raw meats not covered for protection. Observed in walk in cooler cooked foods not stored for protection. Observed at prep top cooler raw vegetables not covered.
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves.
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area and behind cook line.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 12:28 PM.
Violation category totals
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7 observation(s)
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2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.