GREAT WALL TAKI OUTI
82685 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada FL 33036
Last inspected Jun 4, 2026 · 10 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed three live spiders in dry storage area above food storage shelves
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over bean sprouts in the walk-in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in walk-in cooler not date marked
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling tile missing.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dry storage room
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water @112 F
Stored food not covered in the walk-in freezer
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in bathroom. Mold like substance on wall in bathroom
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100 ppm
Nov 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling tile missing above walk-in cooler
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80 F water holding spoons used for rice
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are soiled with accumulated grease.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease under hood system
Nov 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed three live spiders in dry storage area above food storage shelves
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw chicken stored over bottled water in the walk-in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over bean sprouts in the walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on the floor under dry storage food shelves
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken raw chicken at 58 F on prep table. Chicken was refrigerated after discussing with the operator that the temperature was 58 F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed an open pack of cigarettes on food storage shelves. Observed mosquito coils stored on food shelves
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Boxes stored on the handwashing sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrub pads and sponge on handwashing sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling tile missing above walk-in cooler
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Hole in the wall in dry storage area
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80 F water holding spoons used for rice
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are soiled with accumulated grease.
Storage /tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles.
Stored food not covered in walk-in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in triple sink with no container and no running water, Observed beef thawing on son triple sink drain board
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed personal items, papers, baby formula, personal food, bags boxes, tools in kitchen and storage area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease under hood system
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored on food prep table
Raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food., sauces in walk-in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is soiled
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken wings, noodles, cooked pork in walk-in cooler not date marked
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor in WIC
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under hood system on the wall
microwave has accumulation of substance/grease/food debris.
Jan 23, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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In the walk-in cooler Raw chicken stored over or with unwashed celery
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food storage containers are soiled with food debris. Round Cutting board is soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pads in sink Empty Egg cardboard tray in hand sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.observed sauces, cut cabbage, cooked chicken not date marked in the walk-in cooler
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cigarettes phone chargers, masks, lighter tools, on shelving with food storage
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Paper towels dispenser is spiked with dust and debris. Table tops and bottom are soiled with food debris
Stored food not covered in the walk-in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken thawing on prep table
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a large amount of clutter including papers, unused supplies and boxes on premises.
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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In the walk-in cooler Raw chicken stored over or with unwashed celery
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food storage containers are soiled with food debris. Round Cutting board is soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pads in sink Empty Egg cardboard tray in hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.observed sauces, cut cabbage, cooked chicken not date marked in the walk-in cooler
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cigarettes phone chargers, masks, lighter tools, on shelving with food storage
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle, at back door parking area
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Paper towels dispenser is spiked with dust and debris. Table tops and bottom are soiled with food debris
Stored food not covered in the walk-in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken thawing on prep table
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a large amount of clutter including papers, unused supplies and boxes on premises.
Jun 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Shelving in the walk-in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Paper towel dispenser handle is soiled
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Build up of Grease on hood system
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.
May 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. bean sprouts (70*F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (72F - Cold Holding); tofu (70*F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (70*F - Cold Holding) milk 72 F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.in the walk-in cooler : bean sprouts (70*F - Cold Holding); shell eggs (72F - Cold Holding); tofu (70*F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (70*F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pad in sink
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.
Cold holding equipment, the walk-in cooler is not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Repair technician is repair the unit on Friday. Most of the TCS foods were relocated and the remains TCS food was stop sealed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Shelving in the walk-in cooler
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler
Food stored outside. Observed food, vegetable peeler drying outside in box tops. The food was brought inside by the operator. I instructed them that no food BP an be outside of the restaurant due to environmental contamination concerns.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Paper towel dispenser handle is soiled
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Build up of Grease on hood system
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises.
Jan 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over potatoes in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw poultry over sauce in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer is soiled.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cooking area for wok and all the cooking area and equipment is soiled with grease.
Observed Wood shelving as a food-contact surface not properly sealed. In the walk-in cooler and dry storage area shelving
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Tools on shelving with food service equipment.
Stored food not covered. In walk-in freezer, frozen trays of raw pork are not wrapped or covered.
damage to wall in bathroom
Dec 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 36 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate22 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
PVC glue, Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over potatoes in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw poultry over sauce in walk-in cooler
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer is soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bathroom
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked noodles, cooked chicken, in walk-in cooler not date marked
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in freezer
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80F
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Cooking area for wok and all the cooking area and equipment is soiled with grease.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of smoker and cooking equipment soiled with grease. Work tables and exterior of cold holding units are soiled with grease and debris. Gaskets on reach in cooler are soiled. Paper towel dispenser is soiled with dust and debris. Shelving above stove is soiled with grease. Shelving throughout kitchen is soiled with dust grease and debris.
Observed Wood shelving as a food-contact surface not properly sealed. In the walk-in cooler and dry storage area shelving
Ripped/worn tin soiled with grease, foil used as cover on utility lines and gas lines leading to cooking equipment.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Tools on shelving with food service equipment.
Stored food not covered. In walk-in freezer, frozen trays of raw pork are not wrapped or covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing on prep table.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filters are soiled with grease.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Loose paper, mail, old containers newspaper, cardboard, personal items.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
damage to wall in bathroom
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.