Green Tea
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
47
Score
Across the available record, Green Tea has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Ormond Beach restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Aug 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -wontons in freezer stored in grocery bags. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -rice and flour stored in nonfood-grade containers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-01: **Time Extended**
14-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in back kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-01: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-01: **Time Extended**
35B-09-4
64
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
37
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -noodles at 45°f in top area of reach in cooler. Advised operator to place container below fill line. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wire rack at cookline has rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind rice cooker.
36-27-5
Basic - Wall panels detached buckling/detaching under three compartment sink and below handwashing sink.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled by walk in cooler.
36-34-5
61
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, bowl used to dispense cooked rice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair, rolling cart at cookline has accumulation of rust.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. -container of fry oil stored in employee restroom. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -bag of carrots in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
61
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored on box of bean sprouts.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice at 58°f at cookline. Pulled from walk-in cooler 25 minutes prior. Operator moved back to walk in cooler.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with rice.
14-15-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt: cabinet in dry storage area.
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Cut vinegar bottles used to scoop rice.
25-32-4
47
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food, numerous items in walk in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw chicken stored over ready to eat foods in walk in cooler. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with old food debris: container for broccoli. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
12B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor, bag of onions in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
14-72-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name, flour and rice containers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-30: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Green Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Green Tea on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Green Tea?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Green Tea.
How does Green Tea compare to other restaurants in Ormond Beach?
Green Tea most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Ormond Beach average of 79.
Has Green Tea's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Green Tea have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Green Tea 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 Green Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Green Tea is inspected around three times per year on average.
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