First Wok in Ocala
Last inspected:
7578 Se Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34472First Wok in Ocala has accumulated 310 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.7 violations per visit. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,240 in fines. Recent enforcement shows a worsening trend, with October 2025 inspections documenting 29 violations including 9 high-priority citations, followed by a call-back inspection the same week. The facility's most frequent violations involve proper hand and arm washing, chemical storage, and shellfish handling requirements.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
First Wok in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
This Facility
9.8
violations / inspection
9.8 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Marion County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
First Wok in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025085440 | $800.00 | Oct 8, 2025 | Orlando | |
| 5--2020055591 | $400.00 | Oct 6, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2016050082 | $1,040.00 | Oct 25, 2016 | Fort Myers |
First Wok in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near back door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
First Wok in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections30 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 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· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections34 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
First Wok in Ocala: FDACS Inspection History (3)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5139216. The issues described in the consumer complaint
were addressed with the person in charge during the focused inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5135908. The issues described in the consumer complaint
were addressed with the person in charge during the focused inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5097221. The issues described in the consumer complaint
were addressed with the person in charge.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
First Wok in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was First Wok in Ocala last inspected?
- First Wok in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at First Wok in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at First Wok in Ocala are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has First Wok in Ocala had?
- First Wok in Ocala has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of First Wok in Ocala find?
- First Wok in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 26, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has First Wok in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, First Wok in Ocala has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has First Wok in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, First Wok in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has First Wok in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, First Wok in Ocala has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,240.00 in fines.
- How much has First Wok in Ocala been fined?
- First Wok in Ocala has been fined a total of $2,240.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- When was First Wok in Ocala last inspected?
- First Wok in Ocala was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on September 24, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has First Wok in Ocala had?
- First Wok in Ocala has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of First Wok in Ocala find?
- First Wok in Ocala was most recently inspected by FDACS on September 24, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has First Wok in Ocala had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, First Wok in Ocala has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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