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GREEN TEA

7 N NOVA RD, Ormond Beach FL 32174 · 386-677-2488

Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats16
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7405778
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
1 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findings
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -nonfood grade containers used for rice, corn starch, sugar.
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink in restroom has board stored on top of it.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense sugar, corn starch.
Basic/14-01-5
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -bus tub with peeled onions stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-47-4/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall across from mop sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris at cookline.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Basic/21-38-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -corn starch in dry storage area.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
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Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -aluminum can used to store rice.
High priority/14-15-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl used to scoop rice.
Basic/14-01-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -bus tub with onions stored on floor.
Basic/08B-47-4
Hole in or other damage to wall next to restroom.
Basic/36-24-5
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -scoop handle in contact with pork.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated food debris. -wall behind rice cooker soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-27-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -containers of flour and potato starch not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Aug 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -wontons in freezer stored in grocery bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -rice and flour stored in nonfood-grade containers.
High priority/14-15-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Basic/35B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 1, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
1 Live, small flying insects found in kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -wontons in freezer stored in grocery bags.
High priority/14-31-5/Warning
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -rice and flour stored in nonfood-grade containers.
High priority/14-15-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw fish stored over open can of bamboo shoots in reach in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach in cooler: chicken 44°f, shrimp 44°f, beef 45°f, bean sprouts 45°f, pork 41°f.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in back kitchen area.
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -raw fish in reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-49-4/Warning
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Basic/35B-09-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -noodles at 45°f in top area of reach in cooler. Advised operator to place container below fill line.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled by walk in cooler.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wall panels detached buckling/detaching under three compartment sink and below handwashing sink.
Basic/36-24-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind rice cooker.
Basic/36-27-5
Wire rack at cookline has rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -chicken, beef and pork in top area of reach in cooler between 45°f and 46°f. Advised operator to keep lid closed. Checked temperatures 45 minutes later and items cooled down to 43°f to 44°f.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. -operator cut into chicken wing to determine if fully cooked then placed back in fryer.
Intermediate/05-13-5
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.
Basic/12B-12-5
Food stored on floor. -bag of carrots in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hole in or other damage to wall behind three compartment sink.
Basic/36-24-5
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Basic/14-42-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Basic/10-17-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of cabinet in dry food storage area.
Basic/23-03-4
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at mop sink.
High priority/29-34-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, bowl used to dispense cooked rice.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair, rolling cart at cookline has accumulation of rust.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored in a prohibited area. -container of fry oil stored in employee restroom.
Basic/08B-37-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. -bag of carrots in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with rice.
High priority/14-15-4
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored on box of bean sprouts.
High priority/08A-04-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice at 58°f at cookline. Pulled from walk-in cooler 25 minutes prior. Operator moved back to walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5
Cut vinegar bottles used to scoop rice.
Basic/25-32-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt: cabinet in dry storage area.
Basic/23-03-4

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.