DRAGON TEAHOUSE
1327 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, Oakland Park FL 33334 · 305.409.1158
Last inspected Oct 31, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
JAN 24
JUL 24
OCT 24
JUL 25
OCT 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall by dish machine.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022057974 | Nov 30, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2020033122 | Jul 8, 2020 | Aug 21, 2020 | $800 |
| 2--2018063151 | Dec 13, 2018 | Feb 12, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ice buildup walk-in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw pork loin stored over cooked egg rolls. Owner placed pork loin on shelf below
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Noodles; (47F - Cold Holding); Egg roll (47F - Cold Holding) Operator placed Egg rolls and noodles in Freezer
Oct 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Chicken 47F. Walk In Cooler. Operator moved to Walk In Freezer.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator downloaded and posted license
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator moved item to table bottom shelf
Employee from an open container in a food preparation area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Dispensing rice ladle Operator moved ladle to hot water at 160F
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly on cooked chicken in Walk In Cooler. Operator killed fly the discarded chicken and washed and sanitize container
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in prep sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to fryer. Owner replaced soap
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle containing Aquafina drinking water on shelf above Soups. Operator discard item
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On top of Garland grill
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bags of chicken being thawed at room temperature. Operator turns on running water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Operator diluted solution until the required 100ppm was achieved
Jan 8, 2024Inspection 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 ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store rice scoop Employee removed item
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Employee replaced and re test sanitizer
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at handwash sink next to entrance door
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. Manager placed in sanitizer bucket
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside rear kitchen door.
Aug 17, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects in kitchen landing on walls and boxes.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimp over unwashed green scallions.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw egg over ready to eat sauce.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on wall by dish machine.
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 procedures
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed measuring cup and fork in hand washing sink operator removed
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roaches on shelf, operated cleaned and sanitized. Observed 7 dead roaches behind freezer chest in storage area. Observed 2 dead roaches between shelf and GE refrigerator in storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee keys and wallet storage shelf
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside rear kitchen door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.though out kitchen and walk in.
Food stored on floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall by dish machine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with corn starch.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand washing sink leaking water.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust though out kitchen.
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.