Lucky China Wok
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
47
Score
Lucky China Wok appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 8, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, which has been cited five times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of chestnuts dented. Operator separated can to be returned to distributor. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed plastic containers of raw chicken over ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper separation of raw foods. Operator placed raw chicken on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed baby corn 48F cold hold, precooked shrimp 48F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler across from cook line. Educated operator on maintaining temperature at 41F or below. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice 127F hot hold less than 4 hours. Operator reheated rice on stove. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed half-cut plastic jug reused as scoop. Operator discarded jug. **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chopped frozen chicken thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins. Educated operator on importance of labeling bins. Operator labeled bins. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
47
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee dried hands on soiled towel after washing.
12A-18-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed tray of frozen raw chicken stored over tray of raw meat in reach in freezer in corner near dishwash area. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. Operator switched trays. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed plastic containers of raw chicken over ready to eat vegetables in walk in cooler. Operator moved vegetables to proper location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed baby canned corn 45F cold hold, raw chopped beef 45F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler across from cook line. Educated operator on maintenance temperature at 41F or below. Operator turned down reach reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked breaded chicken not date marked in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at cook line.
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/sugar/salt bins. Educated operator on importance of labeling bins. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense fried rice.
14-01-5
41
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cabbage in walk in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed trays of raw frozen chicken stored over packages of frozen vegetables. Operator placed vegetables on top shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed baby corn 48F cold hold, bean sprouts 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth easily cleanable ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Operator removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service cans or single-use articles. Operator switched to food grade container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour/salt/sugar bins. Educated operator on importance of labeling. Operator labeled bins. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
47
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6 lb can of water chestnuts and one 4lb can of hoisin sauce dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with frozen raw meats.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Front service hand wash sink.
31B-06-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink in dishwash area.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen. Educated operator on having smooth easily cleanable ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cardboard boxes reused to drain fried foods.
25-32-4
50
Jul 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed reuse of cardboard boxes used to drain fried foods. Operator switched to food grade containers. **Corrected On-Site**
14-15-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts 48F cold hold, cut cabbage 48F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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.
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen and ware washing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
55
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 4lb can of oyster sauce dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor. Educated operator on importance of separating dented cans. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts 47F cold hold and canned baby corn 47F cold hold less than 4 hours in reach in cooler across from cook line. Operator turned down reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense rice. Educated operator on importance of using utensils with handles. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cardboard boxes reused to store fried chicken. Educated operator on importance of using food grade containers. **Repeat Violation**
25-32-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lucky China Wok last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lucky China Wok on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lucky China Wok?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Lucky China Wok.
How does Lucky China Wok compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Lucky China Wok most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has Lucky China Wok's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lucky China Wok have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lucky China Wok 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 Lucky China Wok inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lucky China Wok is inspected around two times per year on average.
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