Golden Wok USA
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
43
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Golden Wok USA stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around six violations to closer to nine violations.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 83, which Golden Wok USA's 43 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. observed egg rolls and cooked rice past its 4 hour limit on cooks line.Person in charge discarded.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on reach in cooler cooks line cooked noodles (51F - Cold Holding); krab (62F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been filled above the fill line for approximately 1 hour and placed in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale.observed egg rolls and cooked rice past its 4 hour limit on cooks line.Person in charge discarded.
03F-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.observed in walk-in cooler cooked pork not date marked. Person in charge stated it was cooked on 4/11/26 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed in walk-in cooler pork from freezer not date marked. Person in charge stated it was pulled from the freezer on 4/14/26 and date mark accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed: Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from 3 compartment sink.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice,corn starch and soy sauce. Person in charge removed all bowls.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
43
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice,corn starch and soy sauce. Person in charge removed all bowls. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.observed employee open beverage on food preparation table. Person in charge removed can soda. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.observed employee engaging in food preparation with wrist band. Employee removed and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.employee put on hat and washed hands.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from 3 compartment sink
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over woks and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout entire kitchen area, Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.Person in charge inverted **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
70
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored above food Food prep table in main kitchen area. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.observed in walk-in cooler raw chicken above Raw shell egg. Person in charge removed raw chicken. Emailed Person in charge a copy of the safe refrigerator storage handout. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler garlic in oil (65F - Cold Holding)Person in charge stated it had been out on the food table for approximately 1.5 hours and placed it back in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.observed in walk-in cooler frozen cooked pork with no date mark. Person in charge stated it was prepared on 3/9/25 and pulled from freezer on 3/11/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed I walk-in cooler cooked pork not date marked.Person in charge stated it was prepared on 3/9/25 and date marked accordingly. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by rice bins and food cart. Person in charge moved rice bins and food cart. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 3 Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Employees put on hat and washed hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Garbage on pad around dumpster on south end of parking area.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over woks and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout entire kitchen area, Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employees. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Ojectionable odors in back kitchen area by dry storage and mop sink of the establishment.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-64-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in freezer stored pork and cheese Rangoons not covered. Person in charge covered food. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. *
08B-12-5
37
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine over 200ppm) Person in charge diluted and retested Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine Retested 100ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in front Reach in cooler across from cash register raw Chicken over cut vegetables and single serving sauces. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge removed raw Chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed in main kitchen area employee put on hat with gloves on and failed touch a single service container. Educated Person in charge on glove use and Handwashing. Employee discarded SS container,removed soiled gloves,washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in main kitchen area Reach in cooler Garlic in Oil (47F - Cold Holding). Observed in Walk in cooler Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated they had been out at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes when they placed them in the cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in main kitchen area over half of the hot holding unit well soiled cardboard. Educated Person in charge on Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Person in charge removed cardboard and washed and sanitized surfaces. **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Employee put on hat. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over woks and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout entire kitchen area, Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line and dry storage in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge . Person in charge inverted single service items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in Walk in cooler stored Chicken and Seafood not covered. Person in charge covered food. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
43
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over woks and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout entire kitchen area, Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-27: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed in main kitchen area, employee put on hair restraint,put on gloves and grabbed a single service container for a food order. Educated Person in charge on Handwashing and glove use. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Reach in cooler across from Wok station, Cooked Pork (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Noodles (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (52F) Person in charge stated that they were closed on 9/26/23 and that the food was put in approximately 11:30 am on 9/26/26 and has been in Reach in cooler approximately 1.5 hours. Educated Person in charge on cold holding food. Person in charge removed all items from Reach in cooler and placed in Walk in cooler. Person in charge called for repair. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in back area of main kitchen Handwashing sink with soiled dishes and utensils. Person in charge removed all and washed hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Employee put on hat. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over woks and fryers hood filters soiled with grease. Observed throughout entire kitchen area, Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler gaskets soiled with mold like substance. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line and dry storage in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge . Person in charge inverted single service items. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored Chicken not covered in upright Reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink. Person in charge covered Chicken. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
55
Apr 19, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw Chicken stored over raw shell Eggs and raw Beef. Educated Person in charge on cold food storage and emailed a copy of the handout for cold food storage. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee talking on cellphone with gloves on and started to prepare food and did not change gloves or wash hands. Stopped employee and explained proper protocol for glove use and hand washing procedures. Employee removed soiled gloves, washed hands and put on clean gloves. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Wiping cloth bleach sanitizer over 200ppm. Educated Person in charge on proper levels for WC sanitizer Person in charge rechecked chlorine sanitizer at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Educated Person in charge on clean up procedures and printed a copy **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated Person in charge on employee health agreement and printed a copy. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents over wok and fryers heavily soiled with grease. Observed soiled gaskets throughout kitchen area with mold like substance. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Raw shrimp stored on floor in Walk in cooler Educated Person in charge on food storage. Person in charge removed shrimp from floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line and dry storage in main kitchen area. Educated Person in charge . Person in charge inverted single service items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on cooks line. Employee put on hat and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
43
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Gaskets on all reach in coolers and the walk-in cooler soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
78
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat soy sauce in the walk-in cooler. Employee removed the beef. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in the walk-in cooler. Employee removed the eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on floor in mop room in back area of kitchen. Observed approximately 5 Rodent droppings on floor near hand washing sink in back kitchen area. Approximately 5 Rodent dropping on glue pad with food in mop room in back area of kitchen. **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No CFM on site with 5 employees in gaged in food preparation on site. Manager arrived before the end of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Several case of food stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Manager placed the items on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Gaskets on all reach in coolers and the walk-in cooler soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
43
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golden Wok USA last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golden Wok USA on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golden Wok USA?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Golden Wok USA.
How does Golden Wok USA compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Golden Wok USA most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Golden Wok USA's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Golden Wok USA have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Golden Wok USA means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Golden Wok USA inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Wok USA is inspected around three times per year on average.
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