New Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
61
Score
New Dragon Chinese Restaurant appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Jacksonville restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, container of raw chicken stored over cooked pork. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. At walk-in freezer, back side of door handle has build up. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At prep area, multiple employee drinks on prep table. Operator moved drinks to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at water heater /under shelves has build up of flour residue. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple white plastic containers have broken/chipped edges.
14-38-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. At back kitchen area, multiple containers of sauces stored on floor. Operator moved to racks. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line wok station by smoker, grease build up on hood filters. At back kitchen area, exterior of multiple bulk containers have soiled exteriors. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At prep area, wet towel on shelf of reach-in cooler. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
61
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk-in freezer on speed rack, tray of raw chicken stored over tray with bags raw ground pork. Also, In walk-in cooler, containers of raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs. Operator moved all,items to proper storage levels.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Online menu does not identified raw sushi rolls, nor does it have a consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in freezer handle has build up on inside of handle.
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. At frying station, cardboard used to line bottom shelf and bag holder. **Repeat Violation**
14-45-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At back kitchen, floor under shelves with bulk flour containers has build up.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk rice container, pot used as scoop,has handle touching product. Operator moved pot. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, side of fryer and lower shelf next to fryer soiled. In back kitchen, exterior of bulk containers soiled. At cook line, gaskets on flip top reach-in cooler have black stains. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. At cook line, 2 open bottle drinks stored in top section of flip top reach-in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At cook line, inside of flip top cooler lid has build up. In walk-in cooler, plastic shelf liners soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At back kitchen on speed rack, multiple items thawing at room temperature. Operator moved all items to walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
52
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At cook line reach-in cooler, raw beef stored over bamboo shoots in bottom section. Operator moved raw beef to bottom shelf. Also, in prep area reach-in freezer, raw salmon in plastic wrap stored over cooked shrimp in plastic bags. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk-in cooler, cooked pork prepared 2 days prior not dated.
02C-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. By walk-in cooler, bulk sugar container not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk containers of msg and sugar, plastic togo cups used as scoops.
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. At frying station, cardboard used to line bottom shelf and bag holder.
14-45-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In bulk salt container, plastic cup handle broken off.
14-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach-in cooler and walk-in freezer gaskets have black stains. Multiple bulk storage containers have soiled exteriors.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. At dining room, plastic utensils in drawers have handles overlapping drive ends.
25-09-4
58
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken skewers stored over shell eggs.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. In restroom, handwash sink hot water lacks pressure to properly wash hands.
27-19-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In reach-in cooler at cook line, chicken cooked yesterday and ribs cooked two days prior, not dated.
02C-02-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. At cookline, two reach-in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In walk-in freezer, bustub of wings stored on top of egg flat cardboard.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, multiple reach-in cooler gaskets have black stains. At back storage area, exterior of bulk flour/starch containers soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Across from cook line, cardboard boxes reused for bags and plastic utensils.
25-32-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At prep area, 3 bags of cooked pork on speed rack thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
55
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. At dry storage near triple sinks, observed 1 flying insect.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken stored over raw shrimp. Operator moved items to correct storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In prep area, cream cheese (45F - Cold Holding); krab (47F - Cold Holding) in small black reach-in cooler. Operator stated items in cooler 2 hours. Moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. At cook line, times on chicken marked incorrectly, arrival time 2pm items marked 3-7. Operator corrected time to 1-5. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-01-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage shelves by triple sinks, 2 cans of soy sauce dented on top seam. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. In prep area, ambient thermometer in small black reach-in cooler not reading temperature.
05-05-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer door handles have build up on back of handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. At dry storage shelves by triple sinks, 2 cans of soy sauce dented on top seam. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. At dry storage shelves in prep area, container of oats identified as personal stored with customer foods. In walk-in cooler, multiple items identified as personal stored over customer foods. Operator segregated all items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves and wall rust.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At cook line, wet towel on cutting board of flip top reach-in cooler.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At prep area by triple sinks, container of vinegar not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up. At triple sinks, exterior of plastic containers soiled.
23-03-4
30
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
61
Feb 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Cooked chicken and rice stored near front counter not time marked. Operator states Food placed out approximately 1.5 hours prior. Foods marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In front reach in cooler, cooked chicken and eggs rolls made two days prior not dated. Operator dated products. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under racks where four is stored. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of sauce on floor in kitchen. Container of chicken on floor in walk in freezer. Items moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Dry storage shelves are rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cooking equipment in kitchen. Exterior of flour containers in back of restaurant. Shelf below prep table in kitchen. Board under equipment on prep shelf. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
64
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in front area has sanitizer bucket stored inside. Bucket removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in walk in freezer - only some was identified.
08B-49-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor near and around hot water heater. Floor under triple sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In white reach in freezer near rear exit door.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelves in dry storage area are rusted.
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves below prep tables in kitchen. Door for entrance to kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door does not self close.
35B-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New Dragon Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New Dragon Chinese Restaurant on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New Dragon Chinese Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at New Dragon Chinese Restaurant.
How does New Dragon Chinese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
New Dragon Chinese Restaurant most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has New Dragon Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at New Dragon Chinese Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at New Dragon Chinese 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 New Dragon Chinese Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, New Dragon Chinese Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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