CHINA WOK
12123 LEM TURNER RD #5, Jacksonville FL 32218 · 904-766-6969
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2024. Operator renewed during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018051344 | Aug 13, 2018 | Nov 2, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up reach in freezer container of plastic wrap raw beef over sealed ready to eat dumplings.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door beverage cooler, chicken (72F - Cold Holding) per operator left out on counter during lunch rush then placed back into reach in cooler. Discussed utilizing existing time as public health control as alternative.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Water dispenser nozzle at dining room soda station has calcium debris build up. Interior of reach in freezer and glass door reach in cooler have food debris in base and side of cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl used as scoop for items in flip top reach in cooler and bulk rice.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles over food prep cook line.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food in reach in freezer over food for customers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee tools stored over bulk seasoning on storage shelf behind cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On shelf over three compartment sink, clean metal containers stacked while wet.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Grease dripping under cook line hood system down wall.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment of cook line have grease/food debris build up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave opposite fryers with burned in food debris along edges.
Stored food not covered. In standup reach in freezer, uncovered chicken and beef on a stick.
Dec 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 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. At make line in standup reach-in freezer, plastic container of raw shrimp and open box of raw breaded chicken stored over plastic bags of cooked chicken. In standup reach-in freezer by back door, plastic containers of raw beef stored over tray of ready to eat crawfish. In second reach-in freezer by back door, plastic bags of raw pork stored over plastic bags of cooked pork. Operator moved all items to proper storage levels.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At dining room drink station soda dispenser, Pepsi nozzle has build.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front handwash sink, chair in front of sink. Operator moved chair.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At back kitchen handwash sink, plastic lids stored in sink. Operator removed lids.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At cook line in bottom section of flip top reach-in cooler, plastic togo cup used as scoop in cooked pork. Operator removed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles under wok station/smoker missing or loose.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, floor under/behind fryers has grease build up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In back kitchen by triple sinks, cup in bulk cornstarch has handle on product. Operator moved cup.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At make line, interior of red microwave has encrusted splatter residue.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters over wok station have grease build up. At cook line, lower shelf at wok station seasoning shelves has build up/soiled liner. In kitchen, multiple bulk rice/flour/seasoning containers have soiled exterior.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At front counter area, reach-in cooler with drinks and cooked items has bottom soiled with food residue.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. In walk-in cooler, egg flats reused under thawing foods. Operator removed egg flats.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At prep line, black togo bowls and lids not stored inverted. Employee inverted.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. At dining area, plastic forks and spoons stored in drawers for customer self service.
Jul 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At cook line, employee pull up pants and pulled down shirt then handled wok and scoop without washing hands. Operator spoke to employee, he washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up reach-in freezers near back door, bag of raw pork stored over bags of cooked pork, trays of raw chicken stored over bags of cooked chicken. Also, in walk-in cooler, container of raw chicken stored over container of washed onions. Operator moved onions.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. At prep table, cut cabbage and noodles missing times. Operator placed time items removed from refrigeration.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front handwash sink, chair in front of sink. Operator moved chair.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At dry storage area, plastic togo cups used as scoops in multiple flour containers. Operator removed all containers.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At prep table, 2 employee drinks on table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles under wok station missing or loose.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at fryers has grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At dry storage area, multiple bulk flour containers have soiled exteriors.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Encrusted food residue on interior of rice warmer pot. Operator moved to be washed.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At prep line, black togo bowls not stored inverted.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. At dining area, plastic forks and spoons stored in drawers for customer self service.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In walk-in cooler, multiple containers of sauces not labeled. Operator labeled during inspection.
Jan 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 reach-in freezer by back door, trays of raw chicken stored over trays of raw beef. Also in walk-in cooler, raw shrimp and beef stored over unwashed vegetables and Raw chicken stored over shell eggs. Operator moved all,items to proper storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, shrimp (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated shrimp out to stock cook line reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. At frying station, 3 containers of chicken have no time marked. Operator stated chicken placed in use 2 hours earlier. Operator marked times.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At end of wok station, hose bibb with green hose attached missing backflow preventer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front handwash sink, chair in front of sink. At back kitchen handwash sink, mop heads and jacket in sink. All items moved.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At prep area, metal cans used in bulk rice. In prep area, plastic cup used in bulk salt and sugar containers. Operator removed all.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At walk-in cooler, backside of handle has build up.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach-in freezer by back door, fish on tray identified as personal, not labeled nor segregated. Operator moved fish.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at wok station soiled.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, plastic containers of chicken wings stored on floor. At front soup station, 2 open case of oil stored on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At prep table, plastic container of flour has soiled exterior, also lower shelf soiled with flour residue.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In prep area, container of rice seasoning not labeled. Operator labeled.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2024. Operator renewed during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In front reach-in freezer, open bag of raw shrimp stored over open bag of cooked shrimp. Also, open case of chicken stored over plastic container of ready to eat food. Operator moved items to correct storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line, in top section of flip,top reach-in cooler, cooked pork (47, 50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated lid open during lunch.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. At frying station, chicken wings held on time with no time marked. Item out for 3 hours. Operator marked time.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front counter area, handwash sink has cloth towel in sink. Operator removed. At front counter area, handwash sink has trash can and chair blocking access. Operator moved items to allow access.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk-in cooler, operator stated egg rolls were cooked 2 days prior, no date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At prep area, container of soy sauce has plastic togo cup as scoop. In storage area by dish area, plastic togo cup used as scoop in sugar. Operator removed both cups.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. At walk-in cooler, interior of door has hole at bottom, exposing insulation.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At walk-in cooler, inside of handle has build up.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. At frying station, cardboard used to hold egg roll bags and togo containers. Operator removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At frying station, wood cutting board has crack. Operator removed from use. Also, at front prep table,e, microwave interior has rust and flaking finish.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In back reach-in freezers, items identified as personal not segregated and labeled.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At frying station, floor under fryers has build up of grease and debris.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Multiple gaps in hood filters.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At front prep table, microwave interior has build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At end of cook line, exterior of flour container and lower shelf soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At prep area, white container identified as seasoning not labeled.
Feb 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, container of sprouts stored under container of raw chicken. Operator moved sprouts to proper storage.
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. Emailed operator DBPR form 5030-104.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At back handwash sink, plastic container stored on sink. Operator moved.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Multiple containers have plastic to go cups. Operator removed all cups.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At dry storage shelves, cell phone and nail clippers stored on shelf next to hosien sauce. Operator removed items
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cook line. Floor in walk-in cooler under shelves. Exterior of walk-in cooler door soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Stand up reach-in freezer near back door has ice build up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At front prep table, microwave interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. In walk-in cooler, shelves on right side have rust. Operator has started cleaning and painting shelves in walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of multiple bulk plastic containers soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood over wok station has grease build up below filters.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket of dirty water. Operator removed mop and stored properly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple bulk containers not labeled.
Aug 4, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Grey trash can used for bulk rice.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat broccoli, and raw chicken stored over ready to eat bean sprouts. Items moved and stored correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of reach in coolers and freezers in kitchen. Interior of rice cooker near front counter. White cutting board on cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in back kitchen with aprons stored inside. Aprons removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in pork in reach in cooler near front counter. Bowl in bulk sugar in back kitchen. Can in bulk rice in back kitchen. All items discarded.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee crab legs in reach in freezer.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Employee only rinsing off items with towel in triple sink. Inspector coached employee on proper ware washing procedures.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen. Floor under and around reach in freezers in back kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Containers of oil on floor in back kitchen. Containers of sauce in walk in cooler. Items moved and stored correctly.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Bottom of reach in freezer near rear exit door is rusted. Multiple shelves in walk in cooler are rusted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of reach in cooler near front counter. Exterior of reach in freezers in back kitchen. Hood filters above cooking equipment.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Establishment reusing cans for scoops.
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler.
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.