GOOD CHEF RESTAURANT
121 SW 107 AVE UNIT 113, Sweetwater FL 33174 · 7863909877
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
APR 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); shrimp gyoza (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for less than4 hrs.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024025894 | Feb 6, 2024 | May 30, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top handle broker across wok station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 inside reach in cooler across wok station raw chicken (65F - Cold Holding); octopus balls (65F - Cold Holding); green beans (67F - Cold Holding); pork gyoza (63F - Cold Holding); chicken gyoza (64F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside reach in cooler across wok station raw chicken (65F - Cold Holding); octopus balls (65F - Cold Holding); green beans (67F - Cold Holding); pork gyoza (63F - Cold Holding); chicken gyoza (64F - Cold Holding). As per operator since the day before.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 metal bowls stored inside hand sink by triple sink. Operator removed the bowls.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee AirPods stored next to clean bowls next to walk on cooler door. Operator removed the item.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top handle broker across wok station.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup under shelves inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed on top shelf across cook line. Operator inverted.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked breaded chicken inside walk in cooler. Observed raw beef stored over breaded chicken inside reach in cooler across cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); shrimp gyoza (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per operator for less than4 hrs.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed flour stored next to drain cleaner containers at dry storage. Operator rearranged properly.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside flour bag at dry storage.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls not inverted next to walk in cooler door.
Food stored on floor. Observed bobba pearls stored on floor on storage across restrooms. Operator placed products 6 inches from floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Single-service articles not stored inverted on top shelves across cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 cloths on prep station. Operator removed the cloths.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw beef stored inside hand sink next to triple sink. Employee removed the beef.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Operator provided paper towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood Filters soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service plastic containers not inverted on shelve at cook line. Employee inverted containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork (frozen) thawing at room temperature on hallway to the kitchen. Operator placed inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room tempeture next to cook line. As per employee for 30 minutes. Employee placed the eggs inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board heavily soiled with black mold like substance next to hand sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled bowls inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed the bowls.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 5 food employees with no currently certified food service manager on duty.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Employee provided the paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed fried chicken stored inside walk in cooler without date mark. As per employee for 2 days.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container of sugar at dry storage. Employee removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Observed beef bones stored on walk in cooler floor Employee placed the products at 6 inches from floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed big spoons in standing water 96F next to rice maker. Employee discarded the water and placed utensils in triple sink for cleaning.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed across cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood Filters Soiled.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Apr 29, 2024□ 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 hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected without vacuum breaker at the back of the restaurant.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gaskets torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (53F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (52F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee for two hours.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed medicine bottle stored on shelve next to clean plates at cook line. Employee removed the medicine.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected without vacuum breaker at the back of the restaurant.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand food processor stored inside hand sink at front counter. Employee removed the item.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed Ice machine soiled with black mold-like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside flour bag at dry storage. Employee removed the bowl.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag on top of rice bag at dry storage. Employee removed the bag.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gaskets torn.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on top of ice machine. Employee placed scoop on triple sink for wash, rinse and sanitize.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on preparation table at cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter. Employee provided the sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed 4 boxer of pork belly (Frozen) thawing at room temperature on hall before kitchen. As per employee for 2 hours. Employee placed product inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table across cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed assorted flavored powders inside plastic containers without label on shelve over hand sink at front counter.
Feb 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table at kitchen across from wok cooked noodles 50 ( - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding) According to manager left open for about 39 minutes.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils at hand wash sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand washing sink at front counter missing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep table.
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table at kitchen across from wok cooked noodles 50 ( - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (48F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57F - Cold Holding) According to manager left open for about 39 minutes.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing utensils at hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed bowls at kitchen not inverted. Manager inverted bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cans with drinks at prep table. Manager discarded drinks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair
Food stored on floor. Observed box with chicken stored on the floor inside walk in Freezer. Employee stored box six inches above the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed on hand washing sink at front counter missing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on top of prep table.
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.