ASIAN DRAGON
6061 MERRILL RD, Jacksonville FL 32277 · 904.743.6811
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor, and 1 live roach crawling on wall near storage rack located next to walk in cooler. Person in charge killed roaches. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw salmon in walk in freezer on speed rack
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. raw beef over salad mix in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Fried sushi 46f fried chicken (general) 44f stored in containers over metal inserts in reach in cooler. Manager moved to lower area of cooler to cool faster Sushi rice 87f Tapioca balls 87f on counter
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.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
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. 2 new employees 2 weeks on job
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and cooked noddles made previous day
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups used in spicy mayo containers, soy sauce, vinegar, and salt as scoopers
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drinks over prep coolers on line
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of chicken stored on Walk in freezer Case of carrots stored on floor in walk on cooler Opened containers of liquid margarine stored on back prep area floor
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stored between cooler and prep table
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 89f at boba tea station
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. No trash can in kitchen near handsink, manager provided bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Soy sauce buckets reused to hold white substances, employee states one is salt the other is msg.
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels at handsink in kitchen missing, owner provided
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2 oz cups in seasoning used as scooper
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided email copy to print
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Seaweed Cardboard box filled crab Rangoon no liner in between. In walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw tuna over sliced peaches and mango bites in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. raw chicken and salmon over container of garlic. pork neck bones over Shang hai tip Moved
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp and cooked noddles no date marking
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used a a scooper in black pepper container. Cup in large container of sugar Cup in rice
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tuna
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened personal drinks on back prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones store on back prep area
Evidence of employee smoking or vaping. Water bottle filled with half smoked cigarettes buds on floor of back dry storage area
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of shrimp on floor in walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with black debris
Apr 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in kitchen. Where chicken wings are stored
Feb 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna,spicy tuna, salmon, spicy salmon
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cooked shrimp
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in back of freezer unit
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in kitchen. Where chicken wings are stored
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employees came from rest room and rinsed hands in prep sink and went to continue to work, manager advised to wash hands in handsink properly
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked noddles 48f shrimp 48f fish 48f chicken 47f Tofu 78f on ice, advised to place more ice
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tapioca balls 98f in warmer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lids stored in handsink in kitchen,
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna,spicy tuna, salmon, spicy salmon
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handsink in kitchen
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Cooked shrimp
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in back of freezer unit
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoopers in water 78f
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler in kitchen. Where chicken wings are stored
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Walk in freezer turned off due to ice build up. Salmon tuna chicken
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Cooked shrimp thawing at room temperature next to handsink in kitchen. Moved to cooler
Oct 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Sep 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Jul 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Jul 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over celery and cut Napa in walk in cooler. Bag of Raw pork over wonton skin pack
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees cutting raw chicken then rinsed off gloves and grabbed sushi roll to place in fryer, spoke to manager
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 50f raw beef 47 raw chicken 45f Cooked pork 48f peas and carrots 50f Napa 47 In reach in cooler on cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Wonton soup 124f egg drop soup 122f dark egg soup 125f
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. cups in all sauces in cooler. Cups in rice.
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler on line.
Feb 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing from 2 hose bibs at triple sink and 1 hose big connected to sprayer over triple sink. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Jan 30, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate22 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 2 dented cans of oyster sauce stored on storage rack across from triple sink. Person in charge removed cans. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect inside farthest right cabinet located behind front counter. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor, and 1 live roach crawling on wall near storage rack located next to walk in cooler. Person in charge killed roaches. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 1 bottle of stainless steel cleaner stored next to flour bin on storage rack across from triple sink. Person in charge removed bottle. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing from 2 hose bibs at triple sink and 1 hose big connected to sprayer over triple sink. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed 1 bottle of motor oil stored on storage rack next to triple sink. Person in charge removed bottle. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop with no handle stored in rice bin on storage rack next across from triple sink. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler and walk in freezer located across from storage rack has soiled handles. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents over flip top cooling station across from cook station is soiled with debris.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Primary four-door flip top cooler located across from cook station had ambient temperature of 80F. Person in charge indicated equipment is inoperable. Inspector placed paper towel inside of door and easily pulled it outa¿¿indicating poor seal. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed receptacle uncovered in women's bathroom. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach inside farthest right cabinet located behind service counter. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing on floor right of cooking station and beneath triple sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on walk in cooler next to storage racks are torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath rear exterior door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor beneath cooking station located across from flip top coolers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled beneath triple sink and cooking station areas. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Food stored on floor. Observed 1 container of fryer oil on floor near cook station located across from flip top coolers. Person in charge removed food item from floor. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall behind mop sink located next to storage rack.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield missing from middle light fixture between cook station and primary flip top coolers. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer located in double door stand up reach in coolers located next to drive through window. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash signs on hand wash sink in rear kitchen across from cook station and behind front counter. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent hood above cooking station located across from flip top coolers is soiled. Gaskets on walk in cooler located next to storage rack is soiled. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open and trash over the ground. Establishment has not yet had its grand opening.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen Exterior exit door does not close automatically. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor near storage rack next to walk in cooler. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking onto ground from pipe beneath hand wash sink next to flip top cooler. Observed water leaking from pot filler located to the farthest left of cooking station. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 6 unlabeled bins stored beneath rack located across from triple sink. Person in charge indicated substances were flour and sugar and labeled bins. Establishment has not yet had their grand opening.
Oct 30, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Food service employee handled soiled exterior of multiple equipment and coolers then engaged in food prep activity without washing hands. Inspector intervened.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground.
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Soiled probe thermometer.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Multiple non food grade containers used for food storage. Bulk food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mob vacuum breaker at outside faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple utensils and food containers in kitchen Hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at cookline Hand wash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle. Several.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Heavily soiled everything apron by foods on rear racks. Moved by manager.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Cut plastic jugs as scoops and food containers. Multiple.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors multiple areas in kitchen.
Food stored in undrained ice. Drink ice in non draining cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Unshielded light cover by walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen and frontline.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food and soil residue on cleaned mixing bowls on dry rack.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of Reach in coolers. Prep line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Significant Standing water in base of prep line cooler.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped foods and sauces in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 3 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen and frontline.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.