Eat SafelyIn Florida

SENYAI

820 LOMAX ST, Jacksonville FL 32204

Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 17 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2614759
Grade history
AUG 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
NOV 25
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shell eggs (65.1F - Cold Holding) per employee they removed eggs from cooler 2 hours ago. Employee put eggs back into the cooler to cool
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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Inspection history

17 visits, newest first

Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findings
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. White paper towel used to line pans for onions and herbs.
High priority/14-86-1
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained short white cutting board on prep line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork stored in white reach in freezer not date marked. Employee date marked container during inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf above prep table next to vinegar.
Basic/40-06-5
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Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on white reach in freezer.
Basic/14-11-5
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. All hood filters removed above cooking equipment.
Basic/14-42-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on Oven door.
Basic/10-20-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Painted Brick wall is soiled with grease.
Basic/36-27-5
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Nov 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw marinated chicken stored over bread in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Large bottle stored in hand wash sink. Bottle was removed from hand sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in container with cold holding Cooked Rice
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons stored in water 69F
Basic/10-07-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen cooked Duck thawing at room temperature.
Basic/06-01-5
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall in kitchen area.
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Jul 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken on a stick stored over bread in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen and ware washing area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Clear cup Used to scoop rice.
Basic/14-01-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle.
Basic/10-20-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in kitchen area.
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on prep table in noodle bar area.
Basic/21-12-4
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Chicken stored on top shelf in reach in freezer above premade puff pastry balls. Chicken stored cut mushrooms in triple door reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shell eggs (65.1F - Cold Holding) per employee they removed eggs from cooler 2 hours ago. Employee put eggs back into the cooler to cool
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket stored in hand wash sink, manager removed bucket
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees preparing food items without required employee training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall soiled with grease Behind wok
Basic/36-73-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle in kitchen area
Basic/10-20-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in kitchen area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Jan 28, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended/Return visit Oct 17, 2024 · Manager showed me email thread between plan review and operator. Plan review is asking for additional work needed for ceiling Time Extended/Return visit Nov 18, 2024 · No change Time Extended/Return visit Nov 25, 2024 · The plans were approved on 11/25/24 however the ceiling in two areas of the restaurant is not smooth and easily cleanable Time Extended/Return visit Dec 26, 2024 · No change operator was told they had 60 days from the date the plans were approved operator is requesting additional time to get the ceiling completed Time Extended/Return visit Jan 28, 2025 · No change, manager is requesting additional time to complete installation of the roof due to being short staffed. Spoke with district office a 2 week callback was approved. Time Extended
Dec 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended/Return visit Oct 17, 2024 · Manager showed me email thread between plan review and operator. Plan review is asking for additional work needed for ceiling Time Extended/Return visit Nov 18, 2024 · No change Time Extended/Return visit Nov 25, 2024 · The plans were approved on 11/25/24 however the ceiling in two areas of the restaurant is not smooth and easily cleanable Time Extended/Return visit Dec 26, 2024 · No change operator was told they had 60 days from the date the plans were approved operator is requesting additional time to get the ceiling completed Time Extended
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended/Return visit Oct 17, 2024 · Manager showed me email thread between plan review and operator. Plan review is asking for additional work needed for ceiling Time Extended/Return visit Nov 18, 2024 · No change Time Extended/Return visit Nov 25, 2024 · The plans were approved on 11/25/24 however the ceiling in two areas of the restaurant is not smooth and easily cleanable Time Extended
Nov 18, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended/Return visit Oct 17, 2024 · Manager showed me email thread between plan review and operator. Plan review is asking for additional work needed for ceiling Time Extended/Return visit Nov 18, 2024 · No change Time Extended
Oct 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended/Return visit Oct 17, 2024 · Manager showed me email thread between plan review and operator. Plan review is asking for additional work needed for ceiling Time Extended
Sep 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended/Return visit Sep 5, 2024 · Manager has submitted plans to plan review and is currently waiting for approval Time Extended
Aug 29, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed in kitchen area
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Hand sink is on order, operator is requesting for 1 week to install Time Extended
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Aug 29, 2024 · Plans have been submitted to plan review Time Extended
Aug 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to line food container in flip top cooler
High priority/14-86-1
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp stored over bread in reach in freezer, manager properly stored food items
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shell eggs (80F - Cold Holding) food items were stored on prep table. Per employee the shell eggs were out the cooler for approximately 30 minutes. Employee put shell eggs in the cooler to cool
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed in kitchen area
Intermediate/31A-04-4/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plumbing for hand sinks installed in noodles bar area, equipment added in noodle bar area. Please submit updated plans to Tallahassee
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack stored on bottom shelf with single storage items. Employee moved backpack
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in kitchen area
Basic/38-07-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in kitchen area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. non food grade bags used to store meat in white reach in freezer.
High priority/14-31-5
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Chicken broth prepared 2/26/24 was frozen then thawed. No new date marking available once chicken broth was at refrigeration again.
Intermediate/02C-04-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water leaking from ceiling across from bar in unused section of establishment. Water is leaking into bucket
Basic/36-32-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food and debris on cooks line.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelf.
Basic/16-46-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing at room temperature in pan. Spoke with employee about proper thawing.
Basic/06-01-5
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in kitchen area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Dec 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 17, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ no manager certification provided.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning/Return visit Nov 17, 2023 · Per manager he is signed up for class online he will complete the course asap. Time Extended
Sep 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over containers of sauce stored in triple door cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. shell eggs (79F - Cold Holding) stored in stainless container on table next to grill. Per employee shell eggs were placed on the counter for approximately 30 minutes. Employee put shell eggs into the cooler to cool
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ no manager certification provided.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both rest room doors
Basic/32-04-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop rice
Basic/14-01-5
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board used to line shelf in dry storage area
Basic/14-05-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle, employee moved tongs
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop stored in standing water 74F
Basic/10-07-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in kitchen area
Basic/36-30-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table when not inuse
Basic/21-12-4

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.