YH DIM SUM JAX
10460 AVENUES WALK BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32258 · 904.260.8860
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 11 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater backing up through floor drain when in use on to floor. Person in charge removed excess food debris, removed wastewater and sanitized area. No wastewater backing up through floor drain by end of inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medicine stored in pastry reach in cooler above food product to be served to guests. Person in charge removed. Also, chemical spray bottle with cleaner per person in charge stored with sauces on shelf in kitchen. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse pans, then add to shelf to air dry without sanitizing step. Person in charge pulled to run through dishmachine.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In bakery side reach in cooler raw shrimp stored over ready to eat milk. In walk in cooler raw pork stored over rice. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk and whipped cream in server reach in cooler at 53-56F. Ambient temperature of unit 54F. Person in charge unsure how long items have been out of temperature. Person in charge turned unit down.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk and whipped cream in server reach in cooler at 53-56F. Ambient temperature of unit 54F. Person in charge unsure how long items have been out of temperature. Person in charge turned unit down.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb outside of back door with hose attached missing vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed wooden and plastic cutting board at vegetable station with staining.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at main bar inaccessible due to blocked by table with rice warmer, also items stored in hand wash sink. Person in charge made accessible. Also, observed employee utilizing hand wash sink to rinse rag. Person in charge spoke to employee.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide probe thermometer.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Multiple items held on time such as cut bok choy, pooled eggs, canned corn, water chestnuts, boba held on time for 4 hours, then discarded. Person in charge unable, to provide written procedures. Inspector emailed to operator.
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. Frozen prepared items not date marked with prepared date or thaw date in walk in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at bar hand wash sink.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests observed. Observed multiple dead ants in corner to right of reach in freezer and left of hand wash sink at server station.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed heavy white accumulation on interior of dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handles used as scoops in dry bulk items and sauces in kitchen. Person in charge began removing.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling in utility closet off of women's restroom missing ceiling, observed mold like substance on wall. Also, observed cove molding tiles in hall by mixer in kitchen separated from wall.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belongings stored on shelf with food items in server area. Person in charge removed.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce stored on floor at duck station. Oil cases stored on floor in storage area off of kitchen. Person in charge raised. Also, in kitchen on top shelf at veggie station stored food item uncovered. Person in charge covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Meat thawing in sink in kitchen submerged, but with no running water. Person in charge turned on water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces, not in sanitizer. Person in charge removed. Also, observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board in kitchen. Person in charge removed.
Jul 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medical cream stored on shelf above food in kitchen. Person in charge removed.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of Chee Hou sauce with dent along seam. Salt fish cooked in hot oil stored at room temp overnight at 74F.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed quart container of lemons stored in drink ice bin. Person in charge removed.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.25.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salt fish cooked in hot oil stored at room temp overnight at 74F.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb outside of back door with hose attached with no vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Wooden cutting board with black and white debris buildup. Interior side of door and interior of ice machine with mold like substance buildup.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in server tea area and in bar blocked by items. Person in charge made accessible during inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4+ employees handling food with no CFM on site.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing soap and paper towels at employee restroom. Person in charge began providing. Also, missing paper towels at men's handicap stall in restroom. Also, hand wash sign missing from sink at bubble tea prep area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Bbq buns, egg tarts, spring rolls held on time per person in charge not indicated on time paperwork. Person in charge added during inspection.
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. Observed multiple frozen cooked proteins in reach in freezer with no date tracking.
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. Some employees with no proof of employee training that have been working at establishment for 60+ days.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at bar hand wash sink.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Lime buildup observed inside of dishmachine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on prep table, on shelf in walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Fan guard missing in double door silver dim sum reach in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on the floor in electrical storage hallway off of kitchen. Also, hole in behind dim sum cookline. At wall near electrical boxes by back door. Ceiling in utility closet off of women's restroom with water damage, missing tiles.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil stored on floor in dry storage area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease buildup on ground around grease receptacle. Also dumpster lids open with large amount of flying insects present.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf and fan at duck processing cookline with grease buildup. Also, exterior of microwaves with debris buildup. Exterior of bulk rice storage container with debris buildup. Middle of main cookline hood filters with grease buildup.
Jul 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 30, 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/. According to most recent plans on file, ice machine has been moved from next to dishmachine to area labeled dry storage on plans. Also party dining tables area have been turned into dry storage.
Mar 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of medicine stored on shelf above open food. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. Also, chemical stored on sugar packets. Person in charge removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw duck stored over prepped vegetables. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. Also, in glass door reach in cooler raw fish stored over congee. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing vacuum breaker at hose Bibb outside back door with hose attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Wooden block cutting board with debris buildup. Also nozzles in server area closest to bar with white debris buildup. Interior door of ice machine with mold like substance buildup.
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/. According to most recent plans on file, ice machine has been moved from next to dishmachine to area labeled dry storage on plans. Also party dining tables area have been turned into dry storage.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Cracked shell eggs, garlic in oil held on time per person in charge not indicated on time paperwork. Person in charge added during inspection.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser near dim sum cook line not working. Person in charge provided paper towels. Also, hand wash sign missing from employee restroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Time/temperature control for safety items made Saturday per person in charge with no date mark.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Multiple dry and liquid bulk items with to go bowls with no handle used as scoop. Person in charge replaced with handled utensils.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed holes in ceiling around piping I several areas of kitchen. Also, observed hole in wall near electrical panel in back kitchen. Also, damage to ceiling in closet off of women's restroom. Also, standing water observed on slope in electrical hallway by kitchen mixer.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease receptacle and dumpster lids open. Also, garbage on ground around dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Middle hood filter on main cook line with grease buildup. Knife sharpening block with mold like substance buildup.
Feb 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat products in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has moved ice machine in back dry storage near employee restroom. No hand wash sink in said area. Also, party dining tables area on submitted plans has been converted to dry storage.
Dec 18, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat products in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has moved ice machine in back dry storage near employee restroom. No hand wash sink in said area. Also, party dining tables area on submitted plans has been converted to dry storage.
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drop tongs on ground, pick up and place back on line, then handle clean utensils without hand wash. Also, observed employee handle dirty dishware, then move to clean dishware without hand wash. Also, observed employee wash gloved hands in triple sink, then handle food products without hand wash. Person in charge spoke to employees during inspection who changed gloves and washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat products in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has moved ice machine in back dry storage near employee restroom. No hand wash sink in said area. Also, party dining tables area on submitted plans has been converted to dry storage.
Oct 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two cans of Chee Hou Sauce, one can of pineapple with dent along seam.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drop tongs on ground, pick up and place back on line, then handle clean utensils without hand wash. Also, observed employee handle dirty dishware, then move to clean dishware without hand wash. Also, observed employee wash gloved hands in triple sink, then handle food products without hand wash. Person in charge spoke to employees during inspection who changed gloves and washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat products in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater backing up through floor drain when in use on to floor. Person in charge removed excess food debris, removed wastewater and sanitized area. No wastewater backing up through floor drain by end of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In kitchen, battered chicken, butter, canned corn and water chestnuts, roasted garlic, cracked eggs, duck, held on time per person in charge, with no time mark and not indicated on time paperwork sitting at room temperature in kitchen at 61-74F. Will move to time and add to time paperwork. Also, pork sitting out in kitchen. At 55F. Person in charge moved to walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Medicine stored on shelf above prep area, also, butane stored on prep table, with food. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from both sides of splitter at mop sink. Also, vacuum breaker missing at hose Bibb at duck prep area with hose attached. Also missing vacuum breaker at hose Bibb outside back door.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. All but one hand wash sink blocked by carts, sheet tray, items stored in hand wash sink. Also, dishwasher does not have direct access to hand wash sink due to table blocking pathway. Person in charge made all hand wash sinks accessible.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has moved ice machine in back dry storage near employee restroom. No hand wash sink in said area. Also, party dining tables area on submitted plans has been converted to dry storage.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser at server line and at steam table section of cook line not functional. Person in charge attempted to fix during inspection. Also, hand wash sign missing from employee restroom.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles with various chemicals unlabeled. Person in charge began labeling.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of dead insects on glue traps in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee items stored with dry goods on shelving. Person in charge removed.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil, buckets of sauce stored on floor in dry storage room to left of kitchen. Also, several items uncovered in walk in cooler. Person in charge began covering.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near back door. Also, ceiling in bathroom closet in women's restroom with water damage. Also, standing water on floor near back electronic hallway.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice paddles and scoops in water at 77F. Also ice scoops stored in bins with handle touching ice. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of air compressor handle with debris buildup.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing on shelf in kitchen at room temperature. Person in charge moved to sink and submerged and turned on running water.
Jul 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw shrimp with gloved hands, then handle plate with ready to eat dish without hand wash. Also, observed same employee wash gloved hands in hand wash sink. Person in charge spoke to employee.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed container of lemons stored in drink ice at server area. No visible contamination observed. Person in charge removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler raw scallops over container of mandarins. In walk in cooler raw duck stored over prepped greens. In walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over produce. In walk in cooler raw beef stored over cooked pork. Person in charge began rearranging.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter on line, jelly fish at 73, 76F. Person in charge states has been out of temperature for 2 hours, recommend holding on time. Will hold on time for remaining 2 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed fried garlic and ox sauce sitting in kitchen at room temperature made at 10:30am Fried garlic, Retemp 1 hr later (72,76F);; Ox Sauce, Retemp 1 hr later (73, 73F).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at left side steam cookline blocked by batter station. Person in charge removed. Also, hand wash sink at server line blocked by hot holding unit. Person in charge removed. Also, observed employee rinse utensils in hand wash sink. Also, pan stored in hand wash sink at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. All but one hand wash sink in server area by bar missing paper towels. Also, several hand wash sink missing hand wash sign. Bar hand wash sink missing soap.
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/. Establishment has relocated dishmachine. Added duck oven, removed sushi bar, and habachi tables. Now serving Dim Sum.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed three in use metal wrapped basting brushes in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles in establishment. Person in charge removed to be labeled.
Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen. Missing over duck cooling station. Also, observed standing water on floor in several areas of the kitchen.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean dim sum containers stored below hanging raw ducks with sheet pan collecting drippings in kitchen.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloths used to line cooked duck pans.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating with handles plates in kitchen. Person in charge spoke to employee who washed hands.
Food stored on floor. Multiple cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Also several items in walk in freezer uncovered.
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.