GOLDEN WOK
3712 W HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach FL 33442 · 954.421.7589
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022032049 | Jun 22, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | $760 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over vegetables in walk in cooler. Manager moved vegetables
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink on cook line being used as a table. Manager removed tray.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in kitchen dusty.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth used to cover cut broccoli. Manager removed cloth.
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Employee eating while preparing food. Cup of coffee on prep table. Manager removed cup
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on the floor in walk in cooler. Managed picked up
Jan 15, 2026Inspection 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 stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over unwashed green peppers. Manager moved chicken
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water in restroom at 76°f
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Waste receptacle in restroom has half a lid
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce on floor in walk in cooler. Manager picked up bucket
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in prep area.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth is used to dry vegetables, Manager removed and washed vegetables again
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Unisex bathroom has a trash can with half a lid
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open bottle of water on prep table. Employee discarded bottle of water
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook not wearing a hair restraint while in food preparation activities. Cook put hair restraint on
Food stored on floor. Bags of cheese of onions on floor in walk in cooler and box of food in walk in freezer. Employee picked up both items and put on shelf
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee must wash hands at handwashing sink in restroom.
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cooked noodles. Chef moved raw eggs
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in prep area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Used bottle of water on cutting board, chef discarded bottle of water
Food stored on floor. Box of egg roll wrappers on floor in walk in freezer. Chef picked up box
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between coolers. Chef removed knives
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels not available at handwashing sink on cook line Manager refilled paper towels
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. Form emailed
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag of carrots on the floor in walk in cooler Chef picked up carrots
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between the coolers. Manager removed knife.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked chicken. Manage4 moved
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. Form emailed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using bowl for rice scoop. Manager discarded
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents in kitchen very dusty
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open glass of drink on prep table. Manager discarded drink
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between coolers. Manager removed knives and put in three compartment sink
Jul 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bottle of water in bean sprouts
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Noodles left on counter noodles (47F - Cold Holding), chef put in walk in cooler
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.
Employee beverage container in bean sprouts See stop sale Sprouts discarded
Food stored on floor. Boxes of food on the folly in walk in freezer. Chef picked up.
Nov 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pots and food in hand wash sink in kitchen, chef removed and cleaned sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Filed with dust and grease in kitchen
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef removed and washed
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 16, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Presence of insects. Observed 2 live spiders on grinder located on prep table directly behind flip top cooler on cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 4 live spiders under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 3 live spiders on unused equipment pieces stored in mop sink directly next to triple sink. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 2 live spiders under cook line equipment under hood Observed 1 live spider in rusted section of underside of cook line flip top cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Aug 15, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands at triple sink without using soap. Operator instructed employee to properly wash hands
Presence of insects. Observed 2 live spiders on grinder located on prep table directly behind flip top cooler on cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 4 live spiders under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 3 live spiders on unused equipment pieces stored in mop sink directly next to triple sink. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 2 live spiders under cook line equipment under hood Observed 1 live spider in rusted section of underside of cook line flip top cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above cooked chicken wings in 2 door low top at front counter. Operator reorganized
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands at triple sink without soap then proceed to handle utensils. Discussed with operator. Operator instructed employee to properly wash hands
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pans/strainer stored in cook line hand wash sink. Operator removed
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roaches under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 2 dead roaches under cook line flip top cooler. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 3 dead roaches on ground under cook line equipment under hood. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 1 dead roach on ground at front counter, operator removed cleaned and sanitized
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cut off container used as rice scoop. Operator discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp thawing in standing water at triple sink
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.