GOLDEN CHOPSTICKS
9550 US HIGHWAY 19 STE 1, Port Richey FL 34668 · 727-339-3033
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 19 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on side of paper towel dispenser by dishwasher 3 live roaches in gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 8 live roaches on underside of sushi counter
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024029580 | May 8, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 | $800 |
| 3--2023068890 | Nov 16, 2023 | Jan 23, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
19 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin. The ice bin is on the left side of the waiter station.
Oct 9, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 9, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on side of paper towel dispenser by dishwasher 3 live roaches in gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 8 live roaches on underside of sushi counter
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drop plate of ice machine Reach in coolers on cook line
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in hand wash sink in kitchen 1 dead roach on floor by wall in sushi prep area 4 dead roaches under hot well cabinet in dining room ( fried chicken ) 2 dead roaches under hot well in dining room (pepper steak)
Oct 8, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 dead fly on ice cream freezer in sushi prep area
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on side of paper towel dispenser by dishwasher 3 live roaches in gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 8 live roaches on underside of sushi counter
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately - 35 rodent droppings under sushi counter in dining room
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler on cook line - peas and carrots (57F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (57F - Cold Holding)in
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler - cooked noodles (47F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheeses (48F - Cold Holding), operator turned walk in cooler off at 10 am, temps were at 41F, but was frozen in back of condenser, turned cooler back on 2 hours later, all food moved to other cooler In reach in cooler on cook line - peas and carrots (57F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (57F - Cold Holding)in cooler for 4 hours, held in walk in cooler over night see stop sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drop plate of ice machine Reach in coolers on cook line
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal scrubby in one sink, squeegee and tongs in other sink in kitchen, operator removed
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Fly sticky trap near cook line Approximately 25 flies
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in hand wash sink in kitchen 1 dead roach on floor by wall in sushi prep area 4 dead roaches under hot well cabinet in dining room ( fried chicken ) 2 dead roaches under hot well in dining room (pepper steak)
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple gaskets torn on cook line coolers
Food stored on floor. 3 Buckets of sauce on floor under shelf in kitchen, operator moved chicken moved to shelf
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish washer, lowered dirty dishes, put clean ones away, no hand wash. Discussed proper hand wash with operator, operator had dish washer wash his hands
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line, stained and grooved
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Jan 2, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dish washer, lowered dirty dishes, put clean ones away, no hand wash. Discussed proper hand wash with operator, operator had dish washer wash his hands
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Cut broccoli put back in box, discussed with operator, broccoli needs to be washed first, then cut. Operator moved broccoli to sink, rinsed, then put in clean tub
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer - tray of raw beef under chicken, operator moved beef to upper shelf
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In 3 door cooler on cook,line, raw beef over cheese sauce and milk, operator moved beef to bottom of cooler
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shell eggs on shelf on cook line, moved to cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler - shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); tuna (45F - Cold Holding); ribs (46F - Cold Holding); lo mein (47F - Cooling), operator states that at 9 am the food temps were 42F, coils were frozen, operator turned cooler off to defrost. Recheck- shrimp 42F, lo mein 44F, ribs 42F, tuna 41F
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. No time mark at sushi station, all sushi snd rice discarded every 4 hours, made today at 10:30. Cold buffet, food brought out at 10:45
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line, stained and grooved
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cut off jug and ladle in sink on cook line, metal scrubby in sink at sushi bar, operator removed
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.
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Sep 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line Rusted, peeling shelves in glass door cooler on end of cook line and reach in cooler on cook line Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line torn. Gaskets of reach in cooler at sushi station
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler, metal gives when stepped on, threshold damaged
Sep 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on top hinge, left door of reach in cooler on cook line. 5 live roaches on wall by 3 compartment sink 1 live roach on floor in front of Walk in freezer 3 live roacheson floor across from mop sink. 2 live roaches in hinge of reach in cooler at sushi station 3 live roaches on wall by ice machine at large wait station 2 live roaches in cabinet at small wait station by kitchen door. 1 live roach on rope light on front of sushi bat
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Krab 53F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler on cook line- krab (53F - Cold Holding) stored above other pans, see stop sale
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice bin at small wait station has pieces of black mold like substance in ice, on drop plate. Ice machine at large wait station has black mold like Substance see stop sale
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor under hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink 1 dead next to ice cream freezer in front of sushi bar
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line Rusted, peeling shelves in glass door cooler on end of cook line and reach in cooler on cook line Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line torn. Gaskets of reach in cooler at sushi station
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler, metal gives when stepped on, threshold damaged
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets at sushi station and on cook line
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On cook line under rice holder
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Legs of table across from walk in cooler
Aug 1, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line torn Reach in cooler shelves rusted Walk in cooler shelves rusted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer gasket Hood filters Tracks of glass door cooler
Aug 1, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately- 1 live roach in cabinet in dining room by buffet table next to sushi counter 2 live roaches under hot hold buffet with soup 8 live roaches on floor in kitchen by wall with electrical boxes 1 live roach on wall by dish machine 1 on wall by plastic mop holder 3 live roaches under 3 compartment sink 8 live roaches under drain table of dish machine 8 live roaches on bottom side of prep table across from walk in cooler 2 live in door handle of walk in cooler
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately - 10 dead under ice cream freezer at sushi station 4 dead by ice cream self serve freezer 1 dead by pos in wait station 2 dead under hot hold buffet table with soup
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line torn Reach in cooler shelves rusted Walk in cooler shelves rusted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer gasket Hood filters Tracks of glass door cooler
Jul 31, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler - shell eggs over clams, operator moved eggs to other shelf
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately- 1 live roach in cabinet in dining room by buffet table next to sushi counter 2 live roaches under hot hold buffet with soup 8 live roaches on floor in kitchen by wall with electrical boxes 1 live roach on wall by dish machine 1 on wall by plastic mop holder 3 live roaches under 3 compartment sink 8 live roaches under drain table of dish machine 8 live roaches on bottom side of prep table across from walk in cooler 2 live in door handle of walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by food in drain, spoons, scrubby, operator removed
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately - 10 dead under ice cream freezer at sushi station 4 dead by ice cream self serve freezer 1 dead by pos in wait station 2 dead under hot hold buffet table with soup
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf over reach in cooler on cook line
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of reach in cooler on cook line torn Reach in cooler shelves rusted Walk in cooler shelves rusted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer gasket Hood filters Tracks of glass door cooler
Jul 15, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Sushi rice at sushi bar, no time mark, operator put time on holder.
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler Fan guards in walk in cooler Door Tracks of glass door cooler at end of cook line
Jul 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm, operator checked equipment, ran another cycle, 50 ppm
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on hinge of reach in cooler door on cook line, operator killed roach and sanitized area. Approximately 10 live roaches under pos system at wait station. Approximately 15 live roaches on bottom of dish machine
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. Sushi rice at sushi bar, no time mark, operator put time on holder.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Umbrella, in hand wash sink at sushi counter, water pitcher in Sink at wait station. Operator removed
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor under electrical boxes in kitchen, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler Fan guards in walk in cooler Door Tracks of glass door cooler at end of cook line
May 9, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Operator uses time control for some cold items at buffet, no time mark written down, operator says he knows the time, discussed where to write times and when food was put on buffet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Glass door cooler interior Interior, side of both ice machines
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot Water shut off at hand wash sink by back door, operator turned on. Faucet will not shut off completely.
May 8, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches on wheels of marinating chicken equipment, operator moved outside 4 live roaches on floor by speed rack 2 live roaches under hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink, operator killed 2 live roaches under 3 compartment sink, operator killed 3 live roaches on dish drying rack by dish machine 7 live on door of cooler on cook line 3 live in cabinet in wait station room 6 live on top of cabinet in wait station room
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. Operator uses time control for some cold items at buffet, no time mark written down, operator says he knows the time, discussed where to write times and when food was put on buffet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Glass door cooler interior Interior, side of both ice machines
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal scrubby in hand wash sink by back door, operator removed
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink by back door
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot Water shut off at hand wash sink by back door, operator turned on. Faucet will not shut off completely.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches by glass door cooler on cook line 2 dead under dish machine 2 dead in gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 1 dead roach under garbage can in back hallway 1 dead under hand wash sink by back door 1 dead at side wait station on bottom counter 1 dead under buffet hot table
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On lift top cooler on cook line, operator moved to bottom shelf
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce, bucket of margarin, moved to shelf
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door cooler on end of cook line- raw beef (55F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (55F - Cold Holding, moved from walk in cooler to glass for cooler 1 hour ago, moved back to walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. whitefish (118F - Hot Holding); operator took to kitchen to reheated to 170F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Towel bucket in hand wash sink at wait station, operator removed, scrubby and sponge in hand wash sink at sushi bar, operator filled cup of water in hand wash sink in kitchen, discussed use of hand wash sink with manager on duty
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Cook drinking from open cup on cook line, drink discarded. Discussed proper beverage cup usage with manager on duty
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At wait station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards in walk in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler on cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp in sink with standing water, operator took out and moved to walk in cooler
Nov 17, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of cooler on cook line torn
Nov 17, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 6 live roaches on back of cooler in cook line 2 live roaches on gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 1 live roach on wheel of 3 door cooler on cook line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Ice machines have black mold like substance
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of cooler on cook line torn
Nov 16, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Ground bean sauce, 2 cans 5 lb Hoisin sauce two 5 lb
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 6 live roaches on back of cooler in cook line 2 live roaches on gasket of 3 door cooler on cook line 1 live roach on wheel of 3 door cooler on cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At buffet-cut Leafy greens (55F - Cold Holding), discussed adding to time control.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. At wait station - greater than 200 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade Ice machines have black mold like substance
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Ground bean sauce, 2 cans 5 lb Hoisin sauce two 5 lb
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under dish machine
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of cooler on cook line torn
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Frame around doors of reach in cooler on cook line Gaskets of cooler on cook line soiled
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