CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS Health Score — Lakeland, FL

5125 S FLORIDA AVE, Lakeland, FL 33813

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 3
Inspected 8/4/2026
Lakeland avg 94 / 100
C
68 / 100
Fair

Pest-related violations were noted — these can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection.

3 high-risk issues, 3 moderate issues, 2 minor issues found

Inspected August 4, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 1% of restaurants in Lakeland. The city average ClearScore is 94 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
3
Moderate
3
Minor
2

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination ×2
  • Moderate Food protection, cross-contamination
  • Moderate Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign ×2
  • Minor No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
  • Minor Food management certification valid / Employee training verification

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Frequently Asked Questions

CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS received a ClearScore of 68/100 (Grade C) on its inspection on August 4, 2026. While it did not receive a failing grade, inspectors found 8 violations, including 3 high-risk issues. We recommend reviewing the full violation list before visiting.

Yes — CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS's inspection on August 4, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 8 violations were recorded: 3 high-risk, 3 moderate, and 2 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS was last inspected on August 4, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS received a Grade C (ClearScore 68/100) on its most recent inspection. There were 3 high-risk violations noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 8 violations at CHEN'S DUCK AND DUMPLINGS: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Food protection, cross-contamination 3. Food protection, cross-contamination. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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