LI'S HOT WOK CHINESE BUFFET
16400 US HWY 331 S STE A3, Freeport FL 32439 · 850 835 0201
Last inspected Sep 24, 2025 · 8 visits since July 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
OCT 24
JUL 25
SEP 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on shelf under prep table. Operator had employee remove roach and clean and sanitized area on the shelf. Observed 3 dead roaches on floor under dish machine and 3 dead roaches on floor under shelf in dry storage location. Operator had employee remove roaches and clean and sanitized areas on floor with mop.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025074918 | Sep 23, 2025 | Oct 29, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor in between prep sink and prep table. Observed operator step on roach and remove roach from floor and he asked employee to clean floor. Employee cleaned and sanitized area on floor with mop. Operator stated establishment uses Orkin and they were out 2 or 3 days ago to service establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on shelf under prep table. Operator had employee remove roach and clean and sanitized area on the shelf. Observed 3 dead roaches on floor under dish machine and 3 dead roaches on floor under shelf in dry storage location. Operator had employee remove roaches and clean and sanitized areas on floor with mop.
Sep 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor in between prep sink and prep table. Observed operator step on roach and remove roach from floor and he asked employee to clean floor. Employee cleaned and sanitized area on floor with mop. Operator stated establishment uses Orkin and they were out 2 or 3 days ago to service establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket of water stored in sink at sushi bar. Operator removed bucket from sink during inspection.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface under sushi rice at sushi bar. Operator removed cloth.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed displayed license expired 9-30-25. Operator hung updated license certificate during inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on shelf under prep table. Operator had employee remove roach and clean and sanitized area on the shelf. Observed 3 dead roaches on floor under dish machine and 3 dead roaches on floor under shelf in dry storage location. Operator had employee remove roaches and clean and sanitized areas on floor with mop.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable in walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator had employee remove cloth from under cutting board.
Stored food not covered. Breaded chicken stored in walk in freezer not covered. Breaded chicken, breaded shrimp and wontons stored in upright freezer not covered.
Sep 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of soy sauce with dent on seam.
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. All expired 12/2025
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Oct 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Operator not familiar with shell stock tag procedures.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed 26 oyster tags without date mark with last date served.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing in still water. Operator placed in sink under cool running water.
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior lid of make table with accumulation of debris.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored inside make table with food intended for customer service.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bucket of soy sauce stored on floor in dry storage area.
Jan 4, 2024Inspection 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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Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees, hand wash sinks in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken store in walk-in freezer without cover.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, chicken powder and beef powder, soy sauce.
Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed employee prepping wontons in dining area. Operator educated staff and moved food prep to appropriate area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed unreadable sign above hand wash sink at kitchen entrance.
Stored food not covered, fish and beef in walk in freezer. Operator properly covered during inspection.
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