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LITTLE CHINA

11018 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD #118, Jacksonville FL 32257 · 904-880-6200

Last inspected Oct 28, 2025 · 6 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats12
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2612723
Grade history
DEC 23
AUG 24
NOV 24
JUL 25
OCT 25
≈ ERRATIC

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

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in kitchen
High priority/35A-02-6
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on prep table. Moved by manager.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Show the remaining 6 findings ▾
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Multiple employee jackets, hats on packaged foods in storage area. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled cooler gaskets. Prep line.
Basic/23-03-4
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cut broccoli stored in milk crate. Moved by manager.
Basic/08B-39-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service food containers on floor in storage area.
Basic/25-05-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Multiple prepped foods uncovered foods in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. "Sterilite" style/brand non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food. Cooked chicken. Prepped vegetables. multiple.
High priority/14-15-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken nuggets 55°. Egg rolls 50°. White reach in cooler by frontline. Items placed about 11 am. Moved by manager.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
No handwash sink for employees. Sauce pan In Rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31A-12-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at multiple Hand Wash Sinks and restroom.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom door not self closing.
Basic/32-04-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Basic/23-24-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cooler not holding potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) foods to 41° or blow. Cooked chicken nuggets 55°. Egg rolls 50°. White reach in cooler by frontline. Items placed about 11 am. Moved by manager.
Basic/14-74-7
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service food containers on floor. Dry goods.
Basic/25-05-4
Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped vegetables, meats, sauce, in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Basic/21-12-4
Nov 1, 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
Show 4 findings ▾
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap. Rear Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Odor by rear Hand Wash Sink. ( grease trap)
Basic/36-64-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen Moved by manager.
Basic/21-12-4
Aug 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in kitchen
High priority/35A-02-6
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. "Sterilite" style/brand non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food. cut meats, vegetables.
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled food containers. Mixing bowl left out.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap at rear Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service food containers on floor. Dry goods.
Basic/25-05-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen shrimp thawing in standing water. Moved by manager
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen Moved by manager.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Dec 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Food service employee ate in kitchen, then rinsed his mouth in one compartment of Three compartment sink. Manager intervened. Inspector had manager Wash, rinse, and sanitize mentioned sink.
High priority/12A-02-4
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Multiple non food grade food containers used for storage of prepped meats and vegetables.
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting blared with heavy black like substance build up. Person In Charge discarded board.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at Hand wash sink by Three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at Hand wash sink by Three compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Frontline restroom door left open.
Basic/32-02-4
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Inadequate self closing mechanism at frontline restrooms door.
Basic/32-04-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Food service employee eating in kitchen.
Basic/12B-02-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket over bags of rice. Dry goods. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Cut plastic jug used as scoop.
Basic/14-10-4
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor by Three compartment sink near grease trap.
Basic/36-64-5
Stored food not covered. Multiple prepped vegetables band meats uncovered in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Multiple frozen packaged foods thawing at room temperature. Moved by manager
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Jul 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Non food grade containers used to store foods. Prepped meats. Vegetables.
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used for rinsing wet wipe towel. Plastic container stored in rear Hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at rear Hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Basic/36-37-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled exterior of equipment: microwave, rice cooker. Counters and shelves.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Uncovered foods in walk in cooler. Sauces.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen meats thawing at room temperature. Moved by manager.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site

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.