CHINA WOK
2881 CLARK RD STE 12, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941.926.8868
Last inspected Apr 1, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 60 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (100F - Hot Holding) in the kitchen. The operator placed the rice in a warmer for reheating.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024018194 | Feb 15, 2024 | Apr 18, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2023041728 | Jun 1, 2023 | Aug 10, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat chicken. The operator moved the raw beef on bottom shelf under the ready to eat chicken.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and pork not date marked in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in employees restroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from deep frier gasket torn and walk-in cooler gasket torn.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over containers of sauce in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw eggs.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen blocked by containers of flour.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the employee restroom. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in the employee restroom. The operator provided soap for the hand sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Ceiling tile missing above the walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over glass jars of commercially processed fermented rice in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the jars of rice.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Employee eating in a food preparation area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a box of employee pizza stored on top of a container of cooked chicken in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the employee food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and cell phone stored on a food prep table in the kitchen. The employee properly stored the personal belongings.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for sugar not stored above the food in dry storage. The operator removed the scoop.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the sink located at the back of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cardboard to go boxes stored on the floor in the storage area.
Jul 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over tofu in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw pork
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Observed the menu offering crab rangoon. Observed imitation crab in the reach in freezer used for the rangoon. The operator corrected the spelling in the menus.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed the employee food handler certificates did not have the employees last name.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handles used for MSG and salt in the storage area. The operator removed the plastic containers.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handles on the roll top door of the reach in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Ceiling tile missing above the walk in cooler.
Exterior exit is not protected with self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor. Observed packaged tofu stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the tofu.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in-use knives stored between the reach in cooler and a food prep table in the kitchen. The operator removed the knives.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels at the back of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets on the walk in cooler and reach in cooler soiled with a black substance.
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Feb 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the front counter. The operator stated the items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the items in the walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of flour blocking access to the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle of the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the food preparation surface of the reach in freezer.
Feb 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a box of medicine stored above foods near the front counter. The operator properly stored the medicine.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee touch their bare arms then handle clean equipment on the cook line. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
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. Observed an employee touch their clothing then handle clean equipment on the cook line. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed an employee not sanitizing dishware after washing and rinsing in the three compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked noodles in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (49F - Cold Holding) in the reach in cooler nearest the front counter. The operator stated the items have been held for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the items in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (100F - Hot Holding) in the kitchen. The operator placed the rice in a warmer for reheating.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a container of flour blocking access to the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked egg rolls prepared on site not date marked after 24 hours.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the door handle of the walk in cooler soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed a hole in the ceiling above the walk in cooler.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking from an open container on the cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the scoop used for rice stored hanging against a soiled wall in the back of the kitchen.
Interior of the chest freezer in has exposed insulation.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels for the hand sink in the back of the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in and walk in cooler door gaskets soiled with a black substance.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth stored on the food preparation surface of the reach in freezer.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed mushrooms in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw pork.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray bottles stored hanging from a rack containing canned beverages. The operator properly stored the spray bottles.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen obstructed by a container of flour.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool stored in both handwashing sink in the kitchen. The operator removed the steel wool.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed clean soup containers stored on a shelf with soiled cardboard lining the shelf underneath the steam table.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed the ceiling tile above the steam table in disrepair.
Clean linens stored in improper location. Observed clean aprons stored hanging in the employee restroom.
Cooked pork not covered in the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezer near the three compartment sink.
Interior of reach in chest freezer has exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets at the reach I. Cooler and the walk in cooler doors soiled with a black slime like substance.
Opened employee beverage container stored in the walk in cooler with food to be served to customers. The operator properly stored the employee beverages.
Rear exit door not protected with self-closing doors.
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed a soiled apron stored on the glass door reach in cooler door handle. The operator removed the soiled apron.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water in the three compartment sink. The operator placed the chicken in the walk in cooler.
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