WICKED BAO
232 N 2 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904-775-5577
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
NOV 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four (4) live roaches in bar area of establishment. Three (3) live roaches killed and discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025008401 | Nov 5, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2019062510 | Oct 1, 2019 | Jan 14, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm chlorine.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink tested at 0ppm quaternary ammonium. Employee changed out chemical and retested at 200ppm.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Five packages of completely thawed vacuum sealed raw tuna in kitchen reach-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice in walk-in cooler made on Saturday not dated marked. Chef added date to tray.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid at mop sink. Operator identified contents as window cleaner and labeled the spray bottle.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Five packages of completely thawed vacuum sealed raw tuna in kitchen reach-in cooler.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk-in freezer is soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Multiple pairs of tongs stored on the oven door handles. Chef removed all tongs.
Silverware/utensils/containers/pots/pans dried with a towel/cloth. Observed employee drying wet dishes from the dishwasher with a dry cloth. Employee was coached on air drying procedures. Also, wet nesting observed on stacked plastic cups at the bar.
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touch apron with bare hands then reach into ice machine and touch Ice with bare hands without washing hands or with gloves on. Manager stated that ice does get used in customer drinks. Employee washed hands after discussing with him.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over ready to eat chili sauce and other various sauces in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager relocated raw food bacon.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 8 packs of yellowfin tuna still in packaging after being thawed, instructions state to remove from packaging, then thaw under refrigeration.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hard boiled eggs (44F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler on cook line, observed eggs stored higher than chill line of pan. Manager placed eggs into bottom of reach In cooler to chill. Rate per at end of inspection at 32F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a can of W-D40 over clean pans on clean pan rack in back dry storage area. Manager moved chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards on cook line are stained with old food residue. Interior of Nozzle on hot water and coffee dispenser at bar soiled with calcium like build up. Employee cleaned nozzles on both machines.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in paper towel dispenser at hand wash sink at end of cook line. Manager replaced paper towels.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on online menu. Operator placed consumer advisory on online menu. No identifier for Ahi Tuna Poke on to go menus operator started to add an asterisk.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed 6 food safety certifications are missing employee birthdates. Manager added birthdates.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee pre workout container and Bluetooth speaker on food prep table, manager relocated all items.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven handle, manager relocated tongs.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. See stop sale. Observed 8 packs of yellowfin tuna still in packaging after being thawed, instructions state to remove from packaging, then thaw under refrigeration.
Jun 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested 0ppm. Operator contacted repair company.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler on cook line, raw pork bacon stored over ready to eat kimchi. Items moved and stored correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink at end of cook line has cup and whisk stored inside. Items removed.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket by ice machine not inverted. Manager inverted bucket.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster on side of establishment is on grass.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee Gatorade stored in reach in cooler on cook line. Drink moved and stored correctly.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utility cart stored in front of hand washing sink on cook line. Cart moved and stored correctly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored under triple sink area in kitchen. Contents of bottle emptied.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Three blue ice buckets stored near ice machine in kitchen. Buckets inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board in triple sink area. Manager states establishment will replace board.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walk in cooler, multiple unopened drinks for employees not identified.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster outside of establishment is on dirt/grass.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Two door silver reach in freezer near cook line. Beige reach in freezer in prep area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. In dry storage area, single use foil containers on top shelf not inverted. Manager inverted containers.
Nov 6, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 5, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed four (4) live roaches in bar area of establishment. Three (3) live roaches killed and discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, five (5) bags of cooked rice prepared three days prior stored overnight 47F. Rice discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, five (5) bags of cooked rice prepared three days prior stored overnight 47F. Rice discarded. See stop sale. In flip top cooler on cook line, cut cabbage 57F and portioned tuna 61F. Items placed into reach in cooler approximately 2.75 hours prior. Items moved to walk in cooler to cool.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on faucet near fryers in kitchen where blue hose is attached.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink at end of cook line has whisk and sponge stored inside. Items removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing pink chemical cleaner stored in mop closet by restrooms.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Two (2) blue ice buckets by ice machine in kitchen. Buckets inverted.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately twenty-eight (28) dead roaches in bar area of establishment, many in glue traps on floor behind equipment in bar. Traps with dead roaches discarded.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Multiple sets of tongs on oven handles on cook line. Tongs removed.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Stored on top shelf over single serving containers on cook line
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over raw tuna and cooked shrimp in walk in cooler
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook on line used phone after placing on clean gloves then went to stove to to mix pot on stove. And then refilled sauces
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. Emailed
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink on cook line Used to stored spatula Sink next to fryer used to store flyer unclogging metal stick
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handsink near fryer. Provided
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Karla S
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks stove over prep areas
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal drink in cooler
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan and spatula stored in hand sink. Moved
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray with purple substance, labeled
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop cooked rice
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks, over prep, moved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones overcook line, moved
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Hair restraint provided
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door moved
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