XING XING KITCHEN
3131 N HWY 98, Lakeland FL 33805 · 863.688.3181
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
JUL 24
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MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed following: 4 rodent droppings behind beverage reach in cooler at front counter, 1 rodent dropping on floor where bottled water is stored, 4 rodent droppings between pallets in food storage area
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026033028 | May 7, 2026 | Jun 3, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs over cooked pork in walk in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed following: 4 rodent droppings behind beverage reach in cooler at front counter, 1 rodent dropping on floor where bottled water is stored, 4 rodent droppings between pallets in food storage area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on counters in storage, and kitchen area.
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pills stored on prep table in fryer station. Operator moved pills.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over cook meats in walk-in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Both back of house hand washing sinks block with buckets in front and items stored in sink. Operator moved items.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Several cans being use in walking cooler for meat storage.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Above prep area on cooks line. Employee removed.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Soy sauce - 3 cans of 5.25 lbs
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Holding pork
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler - raw shell eggs stored over cooked shrimp. Manager moved eggs. Reviewed proper food storage with manager.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Honey with hair
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 44 on cooks line counter placed in walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board cooks line Reach in freezer interior soiled Reach in cooler on cooks line interior soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink with boxes on top of it- manager removed boxes Handwash sink next to dish area with bowls and cans stored inside sink- employee removed items
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In employee restroom
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked chicken, dumplings, various prepared items in walk in cooler not date marked
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Near walk in cooler
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. On raw chicken in walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee wallet, keys stored above reach in cooler on cooks line. Employee moved items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooks line and behind chest freezer Under three compartment sink
Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler - bag of carrots Manager picked items up off floor
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Equipment door handles to Reach on coolers Gaskets of reach in coolers on cooks line Reach in freezer door handle Walk in cooler door frame and gasket Racks in walk in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Several boxes stored on floor in doorway
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using to go bags for food storage in reaching freezers
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs over prepared vegetables in walk-in cooler. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Several items being stored in hand washing sink in back kitcken.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Fortune cookies and food pails stored on floor.
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using to go bags for food storage in reachin freezers Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. raw eggs stored above unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator moved eggs. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by 3-compartment sink string clean dishes Hand washing sink by front counter are blocked by two chairs. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Hood filters Priority: Basic
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Several medicines stored above food makeup table. Operator moved medicine to front cash register area.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chicken pieces stored in to go bags in reachin freezers
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Gallon jug cut into scoop
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Above cookline
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chicken pieces in reachin freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between marketable and prep table
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.