CHANS CHINESE
35 11 ST N, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.247.0123
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Wastewater backing up through floor drain located in between the walk in cooler and walk in freezer in the middle of the cook line once only handwash sink on cook line is being use and water is running.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023065252 | Sep 7, 2023 | Dec 18, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked noodles (46F - Cold Holding) in stainless bowl on top of pans in reach in cooler located on cook line. Operator voluntarily discarded bowl.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line shelf of cart containing seasonings located on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled with food debris.
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in walk in freezer bag of food stored on floor. Manager removed and discarded.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chemical wiping solution at 0ppm. Employee added chlorine to bucket. Took second test at 100ppm.
Jan 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Sprouts (46F - Cold Holding); Cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding). Both items were over filled in cooler. Manager removed excess sprouts and cut cabbage and placed in reach in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple food containers throughout kitchen with bowls without handles used to dispense food. Manager removed bowls from containers.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed multiple card board boxes used to Line under equipment, food containers on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks next to soups. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor under equipment soiled with grease like substance.
Aug 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in bowl on top of pans in reach in cooler Cooked eggs (52F - Cold Holding). Manager placed eggs below in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing chlorine without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed sauce buckets stored on floor on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry properly.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp egg rolls at 80F.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer with out a label. Employee placed label on spray bottle of sanitizer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on food rack. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on food rack. Observed multiple employee jackets stored of food boxes in storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of raw shrimp stored on floor of kitchen. Manager removed and started to cook shrimp.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed kitchen light shield cracked.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket not drying properly. Employee hung wet mop to dry.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine wiping cloth solution at 0ppm. Employee put chlorine in sanitizer solution. Took second test 100 ppm.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ready to eat crab meat located in walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed flip top soiled around inside lid of unit located on cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of degreaser without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of wontons in walk in freezer. Manager removed and stored wontons properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket not allowing mop to dry properly. Manager removed mop and stored properly.
Apr 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 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. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Jia Yang Ue expired 12-22-2023.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled located near 3 compartment sink. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle of water stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Sep 7, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 7, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flying insects in food storage room at the end of the cook line
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Wastewater backing up through floor drain located in between the walk in cooler and walk in freezer in the middle of the cook line once only handwash sink on cook line is being use and water is running.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food storage shelf soiled on cook line. Shelf under prep table near walk in cooler
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave door handle soiled. Exterior of microwave soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line ceiling soiled. Floors throughout cook line soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys and cellphone stored on prep table on cook line.
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.