EVERGREEN CHINESE RESTAURANT
1238 BROAD ST, Brooksville FL 34601 · 352.799.8998
Last inspected Feb 6, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
APR 24
JAN 25
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 22 on cart with fan near rear door 8 under/ rack In dry storage near rear door 6 under steam table well near cook line 5 on ground near hot water heater 1 on floor beside front counter drink cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024022157 | Apr 3, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No running hot water in the entire establishment due to leak. Hot water has been turned off.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use at start of inspection due to water issue. Discussed with operator importance of having a functioning bathroom while open. Operator removed out of order sign.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over egg rolls in reach-in cooler across from fryer. Operator corrected.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fresh Garlic in Oil (77F - Cold Holding) on cart in front of cook line. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Fresh Garlic in Oil (77F - Cold Holding) on cart in front of cook line. Issued stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Dumplings (115F - Hot Holding) in steam table. Operator removed to cool down.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink to the left of the three compartment sink blocked with a bucket and items stored directly in handwash sink. Employee moved. Handwash sink used off cook line to fill water. Employee stopped. Discussed with operator use of handwash sinks.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen near three compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink in rear of kitchen near three compartment sink.
3 dead roaches on premises behind cooler and near water heater. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Apr 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet with hose attached.
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Out of order sign placed on door to bathroom, but bathroom is functional. Discussed requirement with operator. Operator removed sign.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Soiled acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen
Food stored on floor. Multiple cases/buckets of food in walk in freezer
Jan 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery store bag storing cooked pork in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fried chicken (51F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at front counter. Operator stated the chicken was left on the counter while preparing an order. Chicken is cooling in reach in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
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 digital copy to operator
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 provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 3 food handling employees
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Soiled acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen
Food stored on floor. Multiple cases/buckets of food in walk in freezer
In-use knife stored in cracks between reach in cooler and prep table. Operator removed to be washed.
Apr 3, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler not date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dish area.
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items on floor in kitchen, soy sauce containers, deep fryer oil, containers of shrimp
Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Bed made of pillows and blankets on floor of dry food storage room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in prep area
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler uncovered
Apr 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 22 on cart with fan near rear door 8 under/ rack In dry storage near rear door 6 under steam table well near cook line 5 on ground near hot water heater 1 on floor beside front counter drink cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler not date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dish area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks uncovered, on rack with dry good in prep area. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items on floor in kitchen, soy sauce containers, deep fryer oil, containers of shrimp
Living/sleeping quarters that open directly into a public food service establishment without complete partitioning and/or self-closing doors. Bed made of pillows and blankets on floor of dry food storage room.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rolling cart with fan in rear prep area soiled with dirt, grease, debris, rodent droppings
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service stored on top of cooks line not inverted. Operator moved
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler uncovered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in still water in rear prep area. Operator turned water on
Jul 26, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At rear sink in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan guards -floor fans -walk in cooler shelves
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. White refrigerator near front counter interior soiled
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. On metal rack holding soup warmers
Jul 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medication on shelf above clean food equipment. Operator removed
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Old cardboard boxes for single service items reused for food storage.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 on top of hot water heater 6 on floor between hot water heater and table with rice cooker near rear door 7 under steam table 7 on white plastic dry storage shelf between cooks line and prep area containing cooking equipment and tools 24 under dry storage racks along back wall near rear exit adjacent to three compartment and prep sink Per Josh Phillips at 12:34pm immediate Administrative Complaint with following day inspection
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hand in three compartment sink. Discussed proper hand washing with employees, employee washed hands in hand sink.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind cooks line
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf above cooks cooler next to dry food items. Operator removed
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating bowl of rice on prep table near three compartment sink. Employee moved to designated area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on shelf above clean dishes. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Behind cooks line - walk in freezer floor
Food stored on floor. -Deep fryer oil near rear door -Multiple items in walk in freezer
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle in cooler touching raw chicken
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At rear sink in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan guards -floor fans -walk in cooler shelves
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. White refrigerator near front counter interior soiled
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. On metal rack holding soup warmers
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.