Chens Wok in Lakeland
Last inspected:
6565 N Socrum Loop Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809Chen's Wok in Lakeland has accumulated 95 violations across 24 inspections dating back to January 2022, averaging 3.96 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility shows a persistent pattern of high-priority hand-washing violations, which have been cited in every recent inspection from September 2025 back through at least early 2022, indicating a recurring management issue with employee hygiene practices. Parasite destruction violations and allergen awareness violations also appear repeatedly across the record. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on September 30, 2025 identified 9 violations including three separate hand-washing citations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chens Wok in Lakeland: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Chens Wok in Lakeland: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Chens Wok in Lakeland: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chens Wok in Lakeland last inspected?
- Chens Wok in Lakeland was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Chens Wok in Lakeland?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chens Wok in Lakeland are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Chens Wok in Lakeland had?
- Chens Wok in Lakeland has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chens Wok in Lakeland find?
- Chens Wok in Lakeland was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chens Wok in Lakeland ever been shut down?
- No, Chens Wok in Lakeland has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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