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First Wok in Gainesville

5168 Sw 34 St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Chinese
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited First Wok in Gainesville 10 times, with records going back to 2022. On Dec 5, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles”, showing up two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Gainesville restaurant scores 75. The record reflects steady performance over time.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
82
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
64
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the ceiling of the microwave has dried food debris on it.
22-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed: in the bulk rice next to the walk-in cooler, scoop handle touching product. The handle was adjusted. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: the reach-in cooler nearest the back door, the left hand door gasket is torn.
23-03-4
82
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: sprouts in the cook line cold table, 46°. Ice was added. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
86
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed: raw cut chicken stored over shell eggs in the walk-in cooler. The eggs were moved away. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed: fresh made chlorine bucket, blackened strip. Water was added to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: the walk-in cooler door handle with an accumulation of flour/grease on the backside of the handle.
23-24-4
Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed: hot hold rice(148F) stored under mid kitchen hand wash sink. This was moved to the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-54-4
67
Sep 28, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed lack of paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink. Paper towels were added. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the kitchen hand wash sink had 2 pans and 3 utensils in it. All were moved to dish. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: the front line equipment handles have buildup.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed: a shoulder bag, stored over bulk flour in back storage. This was moved to a chair. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Faucet/handle/not operable or missing at plumbing fixture. Observed: the front line hand wash sink hot water handle cannot be turned on.
29-09-4
70
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw, portioned meat in the reach-in freezer, stored in non food grade bags. These were removed, items to be stored in a food pan. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sauce/glaze at 83F on the shelf by the back door. This was moved into the walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed 2cut jugs behind the cook line. These were discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-13-4
70
Feb 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Wok in Gainesville last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at First Wok in Gainesville on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at First Wok in Gainesville?

Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at First Wok in Gainesville.

How does First Wok in Gainesville compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

First Wok in Gainesville most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has First Wok in Gainesville's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at First Wok in Gainesville have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at First Wok in Gainesville means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is First Wok in Gainesville inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, First Wok in Gainesville is inspected around three times per year on average.

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