Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport

Last inspected:

16400 Us Hwy 331 S Ste A3, Freeport, FL 32439
Overview

Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport has accumulated 140 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 4.8 per visit. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine in August 2022 after an inspection identified 19 violations, including 9 high-priority items. Proper hand and arm washing has been the most frequently cited violation type, accounting for 16 of the facility's total violations. In September 2025, inspectors issued an administrative complaint following an inspection that found 8 violations with continued non-compliance noted during a callback visit.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
140Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport: Comparison to Walton County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Walton County Avg 3.19 violations / inspection 3.19 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Walton County Avg 0.09 closures / facility 0.09 county average

Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2025074918 $200.00 Sep 23, 2025 Fort Lauderdale

Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 4 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport last inspected?
Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 24, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport?
The most frequently cited violations at Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport had?
Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport find?
Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport was most recently inspected on September 24, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport ever been shut down?
No, Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
Has Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport been fined?
Li's Hot Wok Chinese Buffet in Freeport has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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