Venice, Sarasota County

CHINA KING

2450 LAUREL ROAD EAST, Venice, FL 34275

FoodSeating
Latest violations
4
1 Intermediate
Apr 6, 2026
City
Venice
County
Sarasota
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
10

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

02C-02-5

Detail 24494604

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and egg rolls not date marked. Repeat Violation

36-34-5

Detail 24494607

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

14-11-5

Detail 24494605

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across cook line gasket torn.

35B-01-4

Detail 24494606

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Aug 18, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

02C-02-5

Detail 23965008

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken and egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours in the walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 23965010

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024. Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23965009

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

53A-03-7

Detail 23483989

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Neng Li Zheng food manager certification expired 1/2/2025.

02C-02-5

Detail 23483985

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking Repeat Violation

50-09-4

Detail 23483984

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2024.

40-06-5

Detail 23483987

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys stored on a shelf above the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the keys. Corrected On-Site

33-11-4

Detail 23483988

Basic - Missing drain plug at shared dumpster.

33-16-4

Detail 23483990

Basic - Open shared dumpster lid.

22-16-4

Detail 23483991

Basic - Reach-in freezer bottom interior has accumulation of blood residue.

29-20-5

Detail 23483986

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in the back of the kitchen.

Sep 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

02C-02-5

Detail 23129024

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date marking. The operator placed date marks on the egg rolls. Corrected On-Site

10-01-5

Detail 23129025

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles for salt and sugar not stored above the food product in the dry storage area. The operator removed the scoops. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

21-04-4

Detail 23129026

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the prep area. The operator removed the wet cloth. Corrected On-Site

33-38-4

Detail 23129023

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels at the entrance to the kitchen.

06-01-5

Detail 23129022

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen chicken thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. The operator ran cold water over the chicken. Corrected On-Site

Jan 5, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

14-31-5

Detail 22546944

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed krab rangoon stored in non-food grade bags in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the food product. Corrected On-Site

08A-04-5

Detail 22546942

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed cabbage in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the unwashed cabbage. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 22546946

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler. door handles.

10-01-5

Detail 22546943

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops used for sugar and flour not stored with the handle above the food product. The operator removed the scoops from the foods. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 22546945

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 1Basic: 5Total: 11

41-07-4

Detail 22269502

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of cough syrup stored in the reach in cooler next to food for the public. The operator properly stored the medicine. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

01B-01-4

Detail 22269495

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three dented cans of oyster sauce in the dry storage area. Observed three dented cans of soy sauce in the dry storage area. Observed a dented #10 can of ketchup in the dry storage area. The operator segregated the products for return. Corrected On-Site

08A-04-5

Detail 22269497

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimp stored over unwashed sweet potatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shrimp. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 22269493

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked pork in the reach in cooler at the front of the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw beef. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

41-10-4

Detail 22269496

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored next to single service wrapped straws at the front counter. The operator properly stored the spray bottles. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 22269501

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sinks in the kitchen blocked by a trash can and cooking equipment. The operator removed the obstructions making the handwashing sinks accessible. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

12B-07-4

Detail 22269499

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage container on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage. Corrected On-Site

08B-38-4

Detail 22269500

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. Repeat Violation

10-04-5

Detail 22269498

Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops used for multiple food items stored on soiled container lids throughout the kitchen. The operator placed the scoops on the dish area for sanitization. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 22269492

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.

22-16-4

Detail 22269494

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of food residues. Repeat Violation

May 19, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 11

41-07-4

Detail 22009021

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of medicine stored on a shelf above corn starch and flour. Operator properly stored the container of medicine. Corrected On-Site

03C-75-5

Detail 22009014

High Priority - Cooked seafood not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds. Observed raw shrimp ready to be served at 134F. Operator cooked the shrimp to 162F. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 22009018

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat egg rolls in the reach in cooler at the front of the kitchen. Operator properly stored the raw chicken. Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 22009022

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken at 62F on the cook line. Operator stated the chicken has been out for 2 hours. Operator stored the cook ed chicken in the walk in cooler. Operator was emailed Time for Public Health Control form. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 22009017

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink at the end of the cook line blocked by a trash can. Operator moved the trash can allowing access to the handwashing sink. Corrected On-Site

14-01-5

Detail 22009016

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl with no handle used as a scoop for raw chicken in the reach in cooler on the front line. Operator removed the scoop from the chicken. Corrected On-Site

14-05-4

Detail 22009019

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used to line a shelf with food- contact mixing bowls.

08B-38-4

Detail 22009012

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of oil stored on the floor in the kitchen.

10-04-5

Detail 22009020

Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops for corn starch, flour, sugar and salt stored on soiled container lids. Operator removed the scoops for cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Action Taken

33-16-4

Detail 22009013

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

22-16-4

Detail 22009015

Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in the walk in cooler soiled with food debris.

Nov 17, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 9

41-07-4

Detail 21580778

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of medicine stored on shelf above reach in cooler. Operator properly stored the medicine. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 21580781

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready to eat peas and carrots in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw pork. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 21580785

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray cleaner stored next to chopsticks at front counter. Operator properly stored the spray cleaner. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 21580779

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris.

31B-03-4

Detail 21580783

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap available for the handwash sink next to the three compartment sink. Operator filled the soap dispenser. Corrected On-Site

02C-02-5

Detail 21580777

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared raw beef held for more than 24 hours with no date mark. Operator placed a date sticker on the raw beef. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 21580780

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put a hat on.Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21580784

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on doors of reach in cooler soiled.

08B-12-5

Detail 21580782

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items uncovered in walk in cooler. Operator covered food items. Corrected On-Site

Apr 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 8

22-02-4

Detail 21019885

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris in the cutting board.

31A-09-4

Detail 21019881

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times next to the three compartment sink.

02C-02-5

Detail 21019886

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked on fried egg rolls and cooked noodles.

14-01-5

Detail 21019882

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in the container of cooked rice. Operator removed the bowl from inside the cooked rice. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 21019884

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.

12B-07-4

Detail 21019883

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator voluntarily discarded the drinks on the make table. Corrected On-Site

13-03-4

Detail 21019880

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 21019879

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on shelf in front of the three compartment sink.

Sep 27, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 13Total: 16

41-07-4

Detail 20541127

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine over prep area. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

08A-20-5

Detail 20541115

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored with cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved cooked chicken to upper shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 20541130

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage can and floor fan blocking hand wash sink. Operator moved both items to allow for access. Corrected On-Site

14-09-4

Detail 20541118

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line with grooved boards no longer cleanable.

12B-07-4

Detail 20541126

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee confirmed beverage on prep table. Operator moved to employee area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-11-4

Detail 20541128

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. On Bserved gasket in Walk in Cooler torn.

08B-38-4

Detail 20541121

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sauce on floor in kitchen. Operator moved to shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 20541125

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice build up in multiple reach in freezers in kitchen area. Repeat Violation

14-36-5

Detail 20541124

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed cabinet freezer next to Walk in Cooler with interior broken, cracked, insulation exposed. Repeat Violation

33-11-4

Detail 20541119

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

31B-04-4

Detail 20541122

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator added signage. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 20541120

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in gaskets throughout kitchen area. observed hood filters soiled. Repeat Violation

35B-03-4

Detail 20541117

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior door not self closing.

25-06-4

Detail 20541123

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted. Operator inverted. Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 20541116

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls in Walk in Cooler not covered. Repeat Violation

21-12-4

Detail 20541129

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket. Corrected On-Site