Golden Wok in Bradenton

Last inspected:

5917 Manatee Ave W #601, Bradenton, FL 34209
Overview

Golden Wok in Bradenton has been inspected 23 times and accumulated 204 violations over the record period, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on January 9, 2025 for rodent activity and has received two disciplinary actions totaling $760 in fines. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, with chemical storage cited in at least 8 inspections, handwashing and food contact surface violations appearing repeatedly, and employee health policy violations documented in multiple inspections. The facility has also received multiple high-priority citations for shell stock requirements and toxic substance control. Most recent inspections show continuing patterns of multiple violations: the December 8, 2025 inspection documented 21 violations including one high-priority finding, and the August 14, 2025 inspection cited 27 violations with one high-priority violation. The January 9, 2025 inspection that prompted the emergency closure documented 12 violations including 4 high-priority findings across employee health policy, toxic substance control, chemical storage, and shell stock requirements. The facility complied with the emergency closure order by January 10, 2025. All recent inspection dispositions have been "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" or callback compliance, but the volume and persistence of violations across nearly a decade of records indicates chronic operational deficiencies.

Most recent closure: January 9, 2025 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
204Violations
1Closures
$760in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Golden Wok in Bradenton: Comparison to Manatee County Averages

This Facility 8.9 violations / inspection 8.9 violations per inspection
Manatee County Avg 4.78 violations / inspection 4.78 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Manatee County Avg 0.15 closures / facility 0.15 county average

Golden Wok in Bradenton: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Golden Wok in Bradenton
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 11:02:00

Golden Wok in Bradenton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $760.00

Disciplinary action history for Golden Wok in Bradenton
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2025002721 $400.00 Jan 9, 2025 Miami (Doral)
7--2015034578 $360.00 Jul 28, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Golden Wok in Bradenton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 5 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections38 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

Golden Wok in Bradenton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden Wok in Bradenton last inspected?
Golden Wok in Bradenton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Golden Wok in Bradenton last shut down?
Golden Wok in Bradenton was last shut down on January 9, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Golden Wok in Bradenton?
The most frequently cited violations at Golden Wok in Bradenton are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Golden Wok in Bradenton had?
Golden Wok in Bradenton has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Golden Wok in Bradenton find?
Golden Wok in Bradenton was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Golden Wok in Bradenton ever been shut down?
Yes, Golden Wok in Bradenton has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Golden Wok in Bradenton faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Golden Wok in Bradenton has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $760.00 in fines.
How much has Golden Wok in Bradenton been fined?
Golden Wok in Bradenton has been fined a total of $760.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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