Fongs Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
61
Score
Going back to 2022, Fongs Restaurant has 11 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Fongs Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
70
Jul 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Manager moved **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink next to fryer. Moved **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen, hat provided **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. Employee placed her snack in a bowl on top of fried rice in rice warmer. Bowl moved from fried rice **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-60-4
67
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on the floor under fryer. Person in charge killed and discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-19: Observed one live roach on table near large rice cooker. Person in charge killed and discarded. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches in water heater tray. Observed one dead roach on floor under shelving in hallway. Observed two dead roaches in trash can in men's restroom. Person in charge began cleaning and discarding. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-19: Observed one dead roach on floor under speed rack. Person in charge discarded. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
82
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
13-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in make table cooler with soiled gasket **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
90
Jun 5, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
41
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Operator does not have written procedure for cleaning up bodily functions. Emailed and operator printed procedure and filed with paperwork **Corrected On-Site**
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. No proof of employees have been informed of responsibilities to report Heath issues. Emailed and operator printed and completed paperwork for compliance. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior handle of microwave soiled with debris accumulation on top and on underside of handle where fingers touch to open the door
23-24-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in standing water 77F when inspector arrived. Operator discarded water without being directed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing on rack next to three compartment sink. Operator stated he was about to cook product. Advised that thawing needs to be completed under refrigeration or under running water and operator moved product back to cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
70
Sep 7, 2022
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between three compartment sink and preparation table in rear. Operator properly stored In use Ladle stored on old egg carton next to cooking soup. Discussed issues with using old egg crates and operator discarded carton and moved ladle to be washed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fongs Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fongs Restaurant on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fongs Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fongs Restaurant.
How does Fongs Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Fongs Restaurant most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Fongs Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fongs Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fongs Restaurant 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 Fongs Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fongs Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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