NORTHSIDE ASIAN KITCHEN
6737 US HWY 98 N, Lakeland FL 33810 · 863-859-0004
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025006322 | Nov 4, 2024 | Jun 25, 2025 | $200 |
| 3--2016024348 | May 16, 2016 | Jul 13, 2016 | $400 |
| 3--2016028039 | Jun 2, 2016 | Jul 13, 2016 | $800 |
| 3--2016021857 | Apr 28, 2016 | Jun 2, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked pork in to go bag in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over containers of sauce in walk in cooler, employee removed chicken from top of container.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in oven on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed build up of food debris on sides of cook line equipment.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed improper chlorine for laundry. Operator replaced with proper chlorine.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of chicken on floor in walk in freezer.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored on floor. Observed fryer shortening on floor next to chest freezer, operator removed shortening from floor.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02/01/2024
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed container of raw chicken stored over sauce in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of onions on dry storage area.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed on cookline, operator replaced soap.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken at room temperature thawing, Operator placed chicken in container with cold running water.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell egg's stored over cabbage 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. Provided form.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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. Provided form.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in sushi reach in cooler.
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.