Golden Wok
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
70
Score
Public records show 14 inspections at Golden Wok stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “in-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Deerfield Beach restaurants (averaging 83), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
70
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
61
Jun 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cooked noodles . Chef moved raw eggs **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in prep area
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between coolers. Chef removed knives **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of egg roll wrappers on floor in walk in freezer. Chef picked up box **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Used bottle of water on cutting board, chef discarded bottle of water **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
67
Dec 3, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
61
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pots and food in hand wash sink in kitchen, chef removed and cleaned sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Chef removed and washed
10-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Filed with dust and grease in kitchen
36-34-5
82
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Presence of insects. Observed 2 live spiders on grinder located on prep table directly behind flip top cooler on cook line. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 4 live spiders under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 3 live spiders on unused equipment pieces stored in mop sink directly next to triple sink. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 2 live spiders under cook line equipment under hood Observed 1 live spider in rusted section of underside of cook line flip top cooler **Warning**
35A-09-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands at triple sink without using soap. Operator instructed employee to properly wash hands **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above cooked chicken wings in 2 door low top at front counter. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pans/strainer stored in cook line hand wash sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands at triple sink without soap then proceed to handle utensils. Discussed with operator. Operator instructed employee to properly wash hands **Warning**
12A-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp thawing in standing water at triple sink **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roaches under triple sink directly across from cook line in kitchen. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized Observed 2 dead roaches under cook line flip top cooler. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 3 dead roaches on ground under cook line equipment under hood. Operator removed cleaned and sanitized. Observed 1 dead roach on ground at front counter, operator removed cleaned and sanitized **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cut off container used as rice scoop. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-13-4
39
May 10, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-10: Next unannounced **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in triple sink area of the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-10: Next unannounced **Time Extended**
36-64-5
86
May 9, 2023
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee conducting ware washing at triple sink by washing and rinsing with no sanitize step. Instructed operator to set up triple sink and sanitize wares **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of wd40 stored on cook line with dry goods. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fried rice (129°F-131°F - Hot Holding). Operator states item was cooked at 11 am. Operator reheated to 165°F+ **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked noodles (49°F - Cold Holding) being held on top of cook line pans. Operator states item has been out for approximately 1 hour. Operator moved to reach in section of cooler **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cup of raw egg white stored on top of sprouts in cook line flip top. Operator reorganized. Raw beef stored above cooked chicken wings in 2 door stainless. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked chicken 3:20 (127°F - Cooling); cooked chicken 3:50 (124°F - Cooling). Item is being cooked/cooled from 135°F-41°F. Item is being cooled at room temperature. Operator moved to walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan and strainer stored in cook line hand wash sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating in kitchen area. Discussed with operator **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bowl of raw pork stored on floor in kitchen under prep table, operator moved to shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cut off container used as scoop for rice. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-13-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed on cook line. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in triple sink area of the establishment. **Warning**
36-64-5
22
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in kitchen, chef turned hot water on **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
74
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 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. Raw chicken above raw shrimp, cook moved chicken to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager filled paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of food on the floor in walk in freezer, cook picked up and put on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Chef removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golden Wok last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golden Wok on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golden Wok?
Across the inspection record, “in-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Golden Wok.
How does Golden Wok compare to other restaurants in Deerfield Beach?
Golden Wok most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Deerfield Beach average of 83.
Has Golden Wok's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Golden Wok have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Golden Wok means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Golden Wok inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Wok is inspected around four times per year on average.
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