Eat SafelyIn Florida

CHINA 99

14866 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD #109, Jacksonville FL 32258 · 904.877.0899

Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2615476
Grade history
SEP 24
NOV 24
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2024
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine in to go pint stored at prep table area. Person in charge removed.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed to go bag in direct contact with shrimp and chicken in reach in freezer. Observed menus used to line egg roll pans.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk in cooler raw beef stored over case of celery. Also, in walk in cooler and several reach in freezers raw chicken no longer commercially packaged stored over raw beef. Person in charge began rearranging.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrective Action Taken
Establishment advertised scallops on the menu/menu board but served imitation scallops/seafood nuggets. Observed Fried Scallops on menu. Person in charge states only serves imitation scallops for that menu item. Person in charge began changing to "Skallops" during inspection.
Intermediate/52-06-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers in back hand wash sink. Person in charge removed.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Steamed broccoli held on time per person in charge, not indicted on time paperwork. Person in charge added. Also, missing last page of procedures. Inspector provided.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items stored above, on, alongside food to be served to customers.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed non food grade drill used as mixer in back kitchen.
Basic/14-52-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cardboard boxes reused to hold egg rolls, springs rolls.
Basic/25-32-4
Stored food not covered. Several stored food items uncovered in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
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Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Personal medicine bottles by prep area.
High priority/41-07-4/Warning
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 dented / crimped oyster sauce can. Rear dry goods.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Food service employee cracked raw egg then engaged in Food service activity without wash in hands.
High priority/12A-27-4/Warning
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Establishment using menus to line cooked egg roll trays. (Walk in cooler )
High priority/14-86-1/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat soy sauce. Walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken at 48°. 47°. 49°. Cooked pork 48°. 48°. 49°. Cooked chicken at 48°. 47°. 48°. Cooked wontons at 48°. 47°. 48°. Cooked chicken nuggets at 48°. 47°. 49°. Items in cooler since last night.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken at 48°. 47°. 49°. Cooked pork 48°. 48°. 49°. Cooked chicken at 48°. 47°. 48°. Cooked wontons at 48°. 47°. 48°. Cooked chicken nuggets at 48°. 47°. 49°. In frontline 2 door cooler. Items since last night. Stop sale issued. Frontline counter : egg rolls 78°. Cooked chicken 83°. Note : Establishment uses Time Temperature Controlled for Safety but per Person In Charge, Time Temperature Controlled for Safety form Wash washed away during recent hood cleaning. Provided new form. Person In Charge completed form at time of inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Steamed wontons at 110°. Frontline steamer. Reheated to 165°.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bottles by condiments at frontline. Moved by manager
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training for 1 employee.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used as scoop in rice.
Basic/14-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket on packaged foods. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Uncovered egg rolls in walk in cooler. Top shelf. Uncovered prepped foods and soy sauce containers.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Noodles thawing at room temperature. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Basic/06-01-5
Sep 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/25
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Package of raw beef ( personal over onions in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer stored above single service spoons at frontline. Moved by manager.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on food container. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease pad on grass. Rear of building. (Unable to determine who it belongs to. Appears commonly shared.
Basic/33-23-4
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Broccoli not washed before cutting. Inspector intervened. items washed.
Basic/08B-39-4/Corrective Action Taken
Stored food not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 broom then engaged in food service activity without washing hands. Inspector intervened.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at frontline and rear Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee clothing by canned foods. Dry goods.
Basic/40-06-5
Stored food not covered. Uncovered counter of cut onions in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen
Basic/21-12-4
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2024
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bottle next to single service spoon. Front line. Moved by manager
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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/ Food certification expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No certified food manager for this location due to expired food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-02-7
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 of any employee training available.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Stored food not covered. Uncovered foods in walk in cooler. Cut vegetables.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen
Basic/21-12-4
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 49°. Cooked beef 49°. Cooked pork 48°. Krab 48° : Make table cooler. Per Person In Charge, items placed about 11 am. Items Moved by manager.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer by uncovered Single Service spoons at front line. Moved by manager
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Rear kitchen Hand wash sink blocked by equipment.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Large bucket in rear Hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Food prep employee eating at prep line. Manager intervened.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Bag carrots in floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Stored food not covered. Uncovered cut vegetables in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at ear Hand wash sink. Replaced by manager.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Cut plastic jug as scoop. Discarded by manager.
Basic/14-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Uncovered egg rolls top shelf of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4

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.