St. Cloud, Osceola County

EAST KING CHINESE RESTAURANT

4867 E IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY, St. Cloud, FL 34771

FoodSeating
Latest violations
12
2 High Priority
Mar 16, 2026
City
St. Cloud
County
Osceola
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

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.

Mar 16, 2026

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

08B-27-4

Detail 24442037

High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Cooked chicken and cooked egg rolls in prep area placed in cardboard box and lid originally used to receive raw chicken per box labeling

08A-05-6

Detail 24442036

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over sauce in reach in cooler under make table on cookline Raw chicken over broccoli in walk in cooler Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 24442035

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl inside of cookline handwashing sink

31B-03-4

Detail 24442044

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In prep area Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 24442038

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath cookline equipment

08B-47-4

Detail 24442040

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Raw chicken case in sheet pan on floor in walk in cooler

08B-38-4

Detail 24442039

Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions next to back door near bathroom Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 24442045

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer

10-07-4

Detail 24442042

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops inside water in steamwell 94F

23-03-4

Detail 24442043

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents over cookline Walk in cooler fan covers Gasket on reach in freezer Shelving over three compartment sink Repeat Violation

29-49-6

Detail 24442046

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler underneath make table

08B-12-5

Detail 24442041

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut cabbage and other cut produces, several raw meats, cooked chicken uncovered in walk in cooler Repeat Violation

Mar 5, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

08A-05-6

Detail 24418491

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over sauce in reach in cooler underneath make table on cookline Raw chicken over produce in walk in cooler Repeat Violation

31B-03-4

Detail 24418489

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink next to three compartment sink

08B-38-4

Detail 24418492

Basic - Food stored on floor. Several soy sauce buckets throughout facility

23-03-4

Detail 24418490

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler Vents in hood over cookline Gasket on white reach in freezer

08B-12-5

Detail 24418488

Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw chicken, cut cabbage, several other items in walk in cooler Repeat Violation

06-01-5

Detail 24418493

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water at three compartment sink

Dec 10, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

08A-05-6

Detail 24243538

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauces in reach in cooler underneath second make table on cookline Raw shell eggs over bok choy, raw beef and chicken over sauces, raw ribs over green onions in walk in cooler Emailed operator safe storage handout Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

23-24-4

Detail 24243533

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Several equipment pieces throughout Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

40-06-5

Detail 24243539

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on front prep table on cookline Operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

08B-38-4

Detail 24243534

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Several food cases on floor by back door Oil on floor at end of cookline Bucket of bean sprouts in walk in cooler Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 24243537

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer near dry storage Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 24243535

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several equipment gaskets throughout Fan covers in walk in cooler Hood vents over cookline Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 24243536

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Several containers of raw meat in walk in cooler Cut onions in walk in cooler Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-10: Time Extended

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 10Total: 14

08A-05-6

Detail 24091294

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauces in reach in cooler underneath second make table on cookline Raw shell eggs over bok choy, raw beef and chicken over sauces, raw ribs over green onions in walk in cooler Emailed operator safe storage handout Repeat Violation Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 24091298

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Next to three compartment sink, handwashing sink blocked by empty box on top of it Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 24091297

Intermediate - 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. Warning

03F-10-5

Detail 24091300

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Bean sprouts and cut cabbage Per operator, items have been out for an hour and 20 minutes Repeat Violation Warning

32-02-4

Detail 24091299

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Wooden plank used as door stop, keeping women's bathroom door open Warning

23-24-4

Detail 24091302

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Several equipment pieces throughout Warning

50-09-4

Detail 24091307

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

40-06-5

Detail 24091295

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on front prep table on cookline Operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 24091303

Basic - Food stored on floor. Several food cases on floor by back door Oil on floor at end of cookline Bucket of bean sprouts in walk in cooler Repeat Violation Warning

14-69-4

Detail 24091306

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer near dry storage Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 24091304

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several equipment gaskets throughout Fan covers in walk in cooler Hood vents over cookline Repeat Violation Warning

12B-13-4

Detail 24091296

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Coffee and soda can in first reach in cooler on cookline Operator removed Corrected On-Site Warning

08B-12-5

Detail 24091301

Basic - Stored food not covered. Several containers of raw meat in walk in cooler Cut onions in walk in cooler Repeat Violation Warning

14-17-4

Detail 24091305

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler Warning

May 1, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

08A-05-6

Detail 23746052

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over peeled onions Raw pork over onion Raw shell eggs over sauce in bucket In walk in cooler

03A-02-5

Detail 23746054

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprouts temping at 68F per operator had it on counter top while making orders.Operator placed in reach in cooler for temperature recovery Corrective Action Taken

31B-03-4

Detail 23746060

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink by triple sink

03F-10-5

Detail 23746061

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Cut cabbage,emailed time plan

08B-49-4

Detail 23746056

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walk in cooler and prep area

35B-01-4

Detail 23746055

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Frame around exit door left bottom side at back of kitchen

08B-38-4

Detail 23746058

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of raw chicken stored on floor by triple sink

14-69-4

Detail 23746057

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in chest freezer and reach in freezer

10-01-5

Detail 23746063

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 handle in direct contact with uncooked rice Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23746062

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler and ceiling in walk in cooler

08B-12-5

Detail 23746059

Basic - Stored food not covered. Throughout facility

36-27-5

Detail 23746053

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls located behind water heater and mop sink

Dec 9, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 10

14-86-1

Detail 23405345

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Fried wontons in bus tub lined with paper towel - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

08A-05-6

Detail 23405339

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen chicken skewers stored over noodles in reach in freezer Raw chicken stored over pork at walk in cooler Raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler Raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

22-02-4

Detail 23405342

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

31B-03-4

Detail 23405344

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

08B-49-4

Detail 23405343

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in walk in cooler stored with food with food that is served to the public - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

35B-01-4

Detail 23405338

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Frame of screen door has a gap on bottom left - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

14-69-4

Detail 23405337

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in reach in freezer and chest freezer - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 23405340

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust build up on fans at walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

08B-12-5

Detail 23405346

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut vegetables,pork,chicken,beef and sauces in walk in cooler not covered - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 23405341

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By triple sink and water heater - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-09: Time Extended

Nov 13, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 7Total: 13

14-86-1

Detail 23351958

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Fried wontons in bus tub lined with paper towel

08A-05-6

Detail 23351952

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen chicken skewers stored over noodles in reach in freezer Raw chicken stored over pork at walk in cooler Raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler Raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler

22-02-4

Detail 23351962

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table

31A-09-4

Detail 23351960

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at cooks line blocked with containers,have to squeeze on the right side to wash hands Hand wash sink at triple sink blocked by lid Corrected On-Site

53B-01-5

Detail 23351951

Intermediate - 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.

31B-03-4

Detail 23351957

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by triple sink

08B-49-4

Detail 23351959

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in walk in cooler stored with food with food that is served to the public

13-03-4

Detail 23351954

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator prepping food without a hair net or hat. Employee put on paper hat Corrected On-Site

35B-01-4

Detail 23351961

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Frame of screen door has a gap on bottom left

14-69-4

Detail 23351955

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in reach in freezer and chest freezer

23-03-4

Detail 23351956

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust build up on fans at walk in cooler

08B-12-5

Detail 23351950

Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut vegetables,pork,chicken,beef and sauces in walk in cooler not covered

36-27-5

Detail 23351953

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By triple sink and water heater

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 5Basic: 4Total: 9

14-86-1

Detail 22737887

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Egg rolls in container lined with paper towel at reach in cooler across from fryer

14-31-5

Detail 22737892

High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed wonton chips stored in old boxes where raw protein was stored at dry storage area

08A-05-6

Detail 22737889

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over sauces at walk in cooler Raw chicken over peeled onions at walk in cooler

08A-17-6

Detail 22737886

High 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. Raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in freezer at dry storage area

01B-13-4

Detail 22737888

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. wonton chips stored in old boxes that was used to store raw protein from the manufacturer at dry storage area

36-32-5

Detail 22737893

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile over water heater

12B-07-4

Detail 22737890

Basic - Employee food on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed plate of food with chop sticks stored on prep table next to cutting board and cleaver

08B-47-4

Detail 22737885

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bucket of sprouts stored directly on walk in cooler floor

08B-12-5

Detail 22737891

Basic - Stored food not covered. Chicken,sprouts and shrimp in walk in cooler not covered

Oct 5, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 12

08A-05-6

Detail 22344787

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over washed onions walk in cooler Corrected On-Site

03F-02-5

Detail 22344792

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. General chicken operator forgot to time mark educated operator Inspector gave copy of time plan Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 22344789

Intermediate - 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. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

11-26-1

Detail 22344793

Intermediate - 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. Inspector provided form Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

02C-02-5

Detail 22344796

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and pork walk in cooler

36-36-4

Detail 22344790

Basic - Ceiling tile missing.

36-62-4

Detail 22344795

Basic - Light not functioning. Hood fan

23-03-4

Detail 22344798

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets make table Hood filters

25-05-4

Detail 22344788

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Not inverted Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 22344794

Basic - Stored food not covered. Rice bags open Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 22344791

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler

02D-01-5

Detail 22344797

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Corn starch. And msg Corrected On-Site

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 10

14-15-4

Detail 21763516

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Foods stored in t-shirt Bads in freezer.

11-27-4

Detail 21763511

Intermediate - 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-09-4

Detail 21763513

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dishes piled in handwash sink at 3 bin sink area.

11-26-1

Detail 21763518

Intermediate - 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.

32-09-4

Detail 21763515

Basic - A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Facility is licensed as a seating restaurant. Although they have removed tables and chairs they need to have a public restroom. If you no longer want to offer seating, you must relicense as such but a restroom still needs to be accessible.

14-01-5

Detail 21763520

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Take out soup bowl in powder like substance at cookline. Repeat Violation

23-24-4

Detail 21763519

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters heavily soiled.

21-04-4

Detail 21763514

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

14-73-4

Detail 21763517

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Tray is in place but no catchment for runoff grease.

42-01-4

Detail 21763512

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 11Total: 16

01B-01-4

Detail 21353291

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Double black soy sauce-KOON CHUN- 60 fl oz APPLESAUCE-WHITEHOUSE-6 lbs 12 oz

22-11-5

Detail 21353297

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Various counter tops, shelving and tables need deep cleaning.

22-02-4

Detail 21353294

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Rice pots on cookline soiled. Brown rice pot in particular heavily soiled with blackened starch like substance gasket and pot.

31A-09-4

Detail 21353292

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. When enter facility I observed things piled in front of cookline hand wash sink.

31B-02-4

Detail 21353293

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Woman's restroom.

14-01-5

Detail 21353290

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Repeat Violation

32-12-5

Detail 21353303

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

50-09-4

Detail 21353296

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

12B-07-4

Detail 21353295

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.

14-11-5

Detail 21353300

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Upright freezer gasket in poor repair.

36-73-4

Detail 21353298

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cookline soiled with old food and grease.

08B-38-4

Detail 21353301

Basic - Food stored on floor. Several bags of dry goods on floor in back of facility. One open, one not open. Repeat Violation

21-04-4

Detail 21353299

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

51-18-6

Detail 21353304

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

06-01-5

Detail 21353302

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.shrimp thawing in ambient air,

14-17-4

Detail 21353305

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Apr 20, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

14-01-5

Detail 21026819

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using a bowl to dispense sugar

08B-38-4

Detail 21026821

Basic - Food stored on floor. Sugar bag, oils, rice bags

23-03-4

Detail 21026820

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.

14-17-4

Detail 21026822

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

Sep 8, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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

03F-02-5

Detail 20492528

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. fried chicken, per cook employee chicken was cooked less than 1 hour. Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 20492525

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board are soiled and groove

08B-47-4

Detail 20492524

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Frying oil at kitchen and cases of food in the hall

23-03-4

Detail 20492529

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters heavy soiled with grease; reach in cooler gaskets. Repeat Violation

14-17-4

Detail 20492527

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

02D-01-5

Detail 20492526

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, salt at cook line