CHINA MOON
8299 W BEAVER ST #1A, Jacksonville FL 32220 · 904.783.6888
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under fryer. 2 live roaches by tall refrigerator by counter. 4 live roaches by small refrigerator by counter. Under reach in freezer 2 live roaches by front counter Under reach in cooler 5 live roaches. Also, Approximately 12 live ants by handwash sink at front counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025048355 | Apr 14, 2025 | Jul 14, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2025034800 | Feb 5, 2025 | May 19, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over washed and cut produce in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed bag of cooked pork stored directly on top of bag of raw chicken in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of chemical bug spray stored next to food items on top of chest freezer near rear exit. Person in charge removed spray.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed clear plastic bowls used as a scooping mechanism in flour near rear exit. Person in charge removed scoop.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard lining multiple food-contact shelves throughout kitchen area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable on main prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3rd chest freezer on right hand side with lid in disrepair and exposed insulation.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed small knife stored between prep table and wall near walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; grease build up along sides of fryers and cook line. Excessive mold like substance build up on gaskets and frame of walk-in cooler doors. Heavy mold like substance build up on wall surrounding walk-in cooler door.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed non food grade drill w/ paint mixture attachment used as a mixer stored on wall near rear exit. Person in charge stated drill was used for mixing food items.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris build up inside flip top coolers on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature near three compartment sink. Person in charge put chicken under cold running water.
Sep 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In first reach in freezer to right when entering kitchen, open bag of raw shrimp stored on top of plastic tub of cooked chicken loosely covered with plastic wrap. Operator moved raw shrimp to side of chicken container with other raw seafood products. Also, in second reach in freezer to right when entering the kitchen, open bag of raw pork dumplings stored on top of open bag of cream cheese dumplings. Operator pulled everything out and put back in reach in freezer in proper storage levels.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line, pan of raw shelled eggs stored on shelf above uncovered containers of cut vegetables. Operator put raw shelled eggs on bottom shelf.
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. In reach in freezer in back of kitchen next to prep table, tied plastic bags of raw fish over tied plastic bags of ready to eat pork. Operator moved raw pork to top above raw products.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Operator raised hands in 3 compartment sink after coming in from dumpster area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on flip top reach in cooler on cook line stained and multiple cut marks present.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On bottom shelf of steam table, spray bottle of yellow liquid not labeled. Owner stated it is a cleaner and labeled bottle.
Ceiling tile missing. One ceiling tiles missing near 3 compartment sink. Also, one ceiling tiles tilted right outside hood system on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Third reach in freezer on right when entering kitchen, interior of lid separating.
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under back of fryers soiled with build up debris. Also, floor under all shelving in walk-in cooler soiled with food debris/build up.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In third reach in freezer on right when entering the kitchen ice buildup up.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Small knife stored between prep table and wall. Operator removed knife and put in dish.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cook line on top of refrigerator soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets throughout kitchen soiled/torn.
Open dumpster lid. On dumpster out back of establishment right lid open. Operator shut lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of refrigerator at end of cook line by front counter soiled with food debris.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. On cook line, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator stated sanitizer bucket was from morning and remade. Rechecked at 200ppm.
Apr 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of soy sauce on dry storage shelf by back door dented.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer towards back of establishment, multiple non food grade to go bags used to store raw chicken. Also, fourth reach in freezer to the right when entering the kitchen, pork stored in non food grade to go bags. Owner began to take food out plastic bags and into containers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, raw shelled eggs stored over diced onions. Owner moved eggs to bottom shelf.
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. In reach in freezer toward back of establishment, tray of raw chicken plastic wrapped stored on top of plastic bags of raw pork.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding). Owner stated it was in cooler all morning but walk in door was open and shut a lot due to prepping.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee raised hands in triple sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line has black stains and deep cut marks. Also, in top of reach in cooler on cook line build up of food debris.
Equipment in poor repair. On reach in cooler on cook line, gaskets torn on doors. Also, third reach in freezer when entering kitchen installation showing on lid when opened.
Floor, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under dry storage shelves in back room has build up of flour and food debris.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler towards back, tub of soy sauce stored on floor.
Open dumpster lid. On dumpster out back of establishment, left lid open.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, case of unwashed celery stored on shelf above cut and prepped mushrooms. Owner moved celery to different location to store with other unwashed produce.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. On cook line, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10ppm). Owner remade sanitizer bucket and rechecked at 100ppm.
Feb 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 7, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under fryer. 2 live roaches by tall refrigerator by counter. 4 live roaches by small refrigerator by counter. Under reach in freezer 2 live roaches by front counter Under reach in cooler 5 live roaches. Also, Approximately 12 live ants by handwash sink at front counter.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches behind and under fryers. 3 dead roaches by side of refrigerator by counter. 5 dead roaches inside back of refrigerator by counter. 3 dead roaches by small refrigerator by counter. By reach in freezer 3 dead roaches. Under reach in cooler 4 dead roaches on make line. 1 dead roach in bathroom by toilet. Also approximately 15 roach egg casing under reach in cooler and reach in freezer on make line.
Feb 6, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under fryer. 2 live roaches by tall refrigerator by counter. 4 live roaches by small refrigerator by counter. Under reach in freezer 2 live roaches by front counter Under reach in cooler 5 live roaches. Also, Approximately 12 live ants by handwash sink at front counter.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water in establishment at any sinks.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches behind and under fryers. 3 dead roaches by side of refrigerator by counter. 5 dead roaches inside back of refrigerator by counter. 3 dead roaches by small refrigerator by counter. By reach in freezer 3 dead roaches. Under reach in cooler 4 dead roaches on make line. 1 dead roach in bathroom by toilet. Also approximately 15 roach egg casing under reach in cooler and reach in freezer on make line.
Feb 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In reach in freezer multiple bags of raw beef. In walk-in cooler one bag of cooked pork.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler raw chicken stored over cooked pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shrimp under raw beef removed from original packaging in reach in freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under fryer. 2 live roaches by tall refrigerator by counter. 4 live roaches by small refrigerator by counter. Under reach in freezer 2 live roaches by front counter Under reach in cooler 5 live roaches. Also, Approximately 12 live ants by handwash sink at front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink by water heater blocked by chair and tub.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water in establishment at any sinks.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches behind and under fryers. 3 dead roaches by side of refrigerator by counter. 5 dead roaches inside back of refrigerator by counter. 3 dead roaches by small refrigerator by counter. By reach in freezer 3 dead roaches. Under reach in cooler 4 dead roaches on make line. 1 dead roach in bathroom by toilet. Also approximately 15 roach egg casing under reach in cooler and reach in freezer on make line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under all equipment in entire kitchen.
Food stored on floor. One tub of food oil stored on floor in back room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves through out kitchen soiled.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At storage rack by back door, can of soy sauce dented at seam. Manager segregated can.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in kitchen area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At flip top reach in cooler on make line, cooked shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding). All three items were in cooler from night prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top reach in cooler on make line, cooked shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (55F - Cold Holding). All three items were in cooler from night prior. Stop sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on make line in front of flip top cooler has mold-like substance.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash station by triple sink is blocked by wooden stool. Manager removed stool from area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle under prep table next to standing fridge is unlabeled. Bottle is filled with chemical degreaser. Manager added label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In stored flour bag by back door, to go bowl used as scooper. Manager discarded bowl.
Equipment in poor repair. White long reach in freezer has gaskets torn and hanging when open. Walk in cooler door gasket torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under flip top cooler on make line has build up. Floor under fryer has grease build up. Floor under wire storage rack by back door has build up.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on ground next to fryers. Manager removed from ground.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. At white flip top reach in freezer, ice buildup up
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife in between wall and prep table next to triple sink. Manager removed knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of fryers has grease build up. Bottom of reach in freezer by register has food debris build up.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bag of frozen shrimp thawed at triple sink without running water. Manager placed bag under running water.
Feb 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw chicken stored on top of ready to eat cabbage. Items moved and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, white rice 105F. Rice cooked approximately 3.5 hours prior and left in warmer. Rice discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, white rice 105F. Rice cooked approximately 3.5 hours prior and left in warmer. Rice discarded. See stop sale.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104 (Clean Up Instructions for Vomitting/Diarrhea).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on make line in kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Two ceiling tiles in kitchen are not in place.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shirts stored on top of single use items in kitchen by dry food storage area. Shirts moved and stored correctly. Employee cell phone stored on prep table in back kitchen. Phone moved and stored correctly.
Equipment in poor repair. Large chest freezer behind make line is cracked/broken.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in back kitchen area. Floor in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor in back kitchen. Oil moved and stored correctly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Large chest freezer behind make line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cooking equipment. Bar stool by prep area. Stool discarded.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers by dry food storage area. Containers inverted.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Two green drills stored on dry food storage shelf in kitchen next to food items. Drills moved and stored correctly.
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 dented can of hoisin sauce. 1 dented can of bamboo shoots. 1 dented can of food with label removed and operator is not sure what type of food it is. All on rack in back storage area.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment/utensils without washing hands. Operator handled multiple bags of raw animal products, all removed from original packaging, then handled clean utensils and to go container without washing hands in between tasks, inspector spoke with operator, operator washed hands and voluntarily discarded to go container.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Multiple grocery bags of raw chicken, raw shrimp, cooked pork, and raw pork throughout establishment, operator began on remove all items from grocery bags during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Multiple bags of raw shrimp, removed from original packaging stored/mixed in with bags of peas and carrots in large reach in freezer chest in kitchen. Also bag of raw shrimp sitting in juices stored underneath bags of raw chicken in same container in walk in cooler, all items removed from original packaging and stored in grocery bags.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bag of raw shrimp sitting in juices stored underneath bags of raw chicken in same container in walk in cooler, all items removed from original packaging and stored in grocery bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fried rice (68F - Cold Holding) in rice cooked on make line, per operator rice was cooked and cooled down the night before and placed in walk in cooler then rice removed from cooler and left to sit in turned off rice cooker for less then 2 hours, rice placed back in walk in cooler. noodles (45F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (45F - Cold Holding); bbq pork (45F - Cold Holding) all items in walk in cooler per operator they have been in and out of walk in cooler for several hours earlier today.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling around condenser unit inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan blowing on thawing food in prep area. Racks in prep area and back storage area. All gaskets of all reach in coolers, reach in freezers, and walk in cooler.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting green onions before washing them off in prep area, bag states wash before use.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of flip top reach in cooler on make line. Also interior of reach in freezer chest throughout kitchen have a build up of debris inside.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sheet pan of frozen raw pork thawing out on top if reach in freezer chest in prep area at room temperature.
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