Hua's Garden
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Hua's Garden seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average sits at 89, which Hua's Garden's 82 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used as scoop in bulk sugar. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee wrapping tray of food no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor of walk in cooler. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
82
Aug 13, 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. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked ready to eat fried chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved cooked chicken above raw product. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with buildup of food debris under prep table across from three compartment sink.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food on cook's line with no hair restraint. Employee put on hair net during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
67
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Operator moved raw chicken to lowest shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal pot with missing handle used as scoop in bulk rice. Operator replaced with new scoop with handle. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open beverage cup of coffee on prep table. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken skewers in reach in freezer uncovered. Operator covered with wax paper. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
70
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
64
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw chicken stored over unwashed celery in walk-in cooler. Operator moved chicken away from celery. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of dish soap next to prep table prepping dumplings. Operator moved soap. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stainless steel shelf holding clean metal bowls and containers above three compartment sink with buildup of debris.
22-02-4
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal pan with no handle used as scoop in bulk rice container. Operator removed pan. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on stainless steel shelf above three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in standing water by prep sink. Operator put under running water during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
47
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hua's Garden last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hua's Garden on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hua's Garden?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hua's Garden.
How does Hua's Garden compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Hua's Garden most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.
Has Hua's Garden's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hua's Garden have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Hua's Garden 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 Hua's Garden inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hua's Garden is inspected around two times per year on average.
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