FONGS RESTAURANT
12777 ATLANTIC BLVD STE 23, Jacksonville FL 32225
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 9 visits since April 2024
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on the floor under fryer. Person in charge killed and discarded.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018019037 | Mar 30, 2018 | Apr 30, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw beef stored in Togo recycled bags, operator placed beef in clear bags
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handsink blocked with fork, and cut jug, moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in back kitchen, manager provided
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in sugar and and soy sauce, moved
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scooper in water 78f, water discarded
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cut jug used as a scooper
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Pooled raw shelled eggs stored over cooked shrimp in reach in cooler, eggs moved to store correctly
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, noddles,cooked beef
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scooper in room temperature water, manager discarded water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in rear of kitchen, paper towels provided
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with yellow substance inside no label, manager stated it's cleaner
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets on cooler soiled with black debris
Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Precooked chicken wings stored in cardboard box with no liner inside to protect chicken from contamination of the box, moved to a plastic container
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scooper in water 79f water discarded
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blocked by a large lid, manager removed from sink
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal drink in walk in cooler over fried chicken, manager moved
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Manager moved
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink next to fryer. Moved
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen, hat provided
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Employee placed her snack in a bowl on top of fried rice in rice warmer. Bowl moved from fried rice
Jun 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on the floor under fryer. Person in charge killed and discarded.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches in water heater tray. Observed one dead roach on floor under shelving in hallway. Observed two dead roaches in trash can in men's restroom. Person in charge began cleaning and discarding.
Jun 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in freezer raw chicken no longer commercially packaged stored over raw pork. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on the floor under fryer. Person in charge killed and discarded.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches in water heater tray. Observed one dead roach on floor under shelving in hallway. Observed two dead roaches in trash can in men's restroom. Person in charge began cleaning and discarding.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed several items in walk in cooler uncovered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance on wall in women's restroom.
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in make table cooler with soiled gasket
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.