ZHANG GARDEN
3035 SE MARICAMP RD #109, Ocala FL 34471 · 352.624-8887
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored on top of raw pork in reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink. Manager placed raw chicken underneath raw pork.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016012823 | Mar 10, 2016 | Mar 31, 2016 | $800 |
| 5--2016008410 | Feb 19, 2016 | Mar 3, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026Administrative 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
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee rang in orders on register and proceeded to handle single service items without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over cooked pork in reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink. Manager removed chicken during inspection.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. One training certificate missing managers name and certificate number.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter hand washing sink, 69F.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers stored over three compartment sink.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach-in freezer at end of three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line greasy.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored on top of raw pork in reach-in freezer across from three compartment sink. Manager placed raw chicken underneath raw pork.
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. One of three employee training certifications expired on 3/10/2025.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Shelf above rice warmers across from cook line fryers.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Cartons of milk and drinks stored in walk-in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers stored over three compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap on top of back door to kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Cases of cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Manager placed cases of cooking oil on shelf.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs for chicken stored in reach-in cooler across from cook line fryer. Manager removed tongs during inspection.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach-in freezer next to three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line greasy. Door frame inside of reach-in freezer next to three compartment sink. Shelves at end of three compartment sink.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe beneath hand washing sinks in back of kitchen and ladies restroom in dining area.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher next to back door.
Feb 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Soiled cardboard used on top of two reach in freezers on cook line
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple tiles cracked on cookline floor
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in reach in freezers
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last Inspection not available
Jul 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee not wearing gloves wiped face and arms with cloth, placed cloth on top of flip-top make table cooler, then opened flip-top make table without washing hands and putting on clean gloves. Same employee later scratched his face then handled cooking equipment without washing hands and putting on clean gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shelled eggs at 48F stored in flip-top make table cooler. Raw shelled eggs were above chill line in container. Manager advised that eggs had been placed there 30 minutes earlier. Manager removed eggs above chill line and place in reach in cooler
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Two food handler certificates had either missing dates or signatures
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle not properly labeled with identifying contents ( blue degreaser ).
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured behind establishment
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee drinking white substance on cookline.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back screen door does not close completely inside the door frame and a large gap exists below the screen door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer has ice build up on shelves.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in men's restroom. inspector provided sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gaskets soiled with food and debris
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not in use stored in mop bucket water.
Jan 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Freezer near triple sink, observed raw chicken trays above closed boxes of pork egg rolls, Manager moved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Near back door, employee backpack on top of oil jugs, Manager moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler shelves with food debris.
Sep 12, 2023Administrative 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 or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored on top of cooked pork, Manger moved.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at the front line, manager provided, also sink near back door.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink above prep table, Manager moved.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink near back door, plumbing in disrepair.
Stored food not covered. In walk-in cooler, cut mushrooms on first shelf not covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
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.