Panda Express #1731

13460 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32224

Chinese

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show five inspections at Panda Express #1731 stretching back to 2022. Panda Express #1731 was last inspected on Dec 5, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in drawer across from wok station. Operator stated cook had drawer open during lunch a lot. Operator placed raw chicken in walk in freezer to chill. Retemped at end of inspection and raw chicken 39F **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb next to mop sink without a vacuum breaker/ backflow preventer.

29-34-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. Observed vacuum breaker incorrectly installed above attached splitter. Discussed with operator. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

29-42-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine soiled. Also, two soda nozzles at soda dispenser in dining area soiled. Operator cleaned ice chute and two nozzles during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

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. Observed multiple employee food safety training certificates expired in July and Sept.

53B-14-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf above triple sink unable to properly air dry. Operator separated pans to properly air dry. **Corrective Action Taken**

24-08-4

Feb 24, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 4 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.

29-42-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

23-24-4

Dec 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority -- Observed: Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch face and proceed to put gloves on without washing hands. Reviewed with manager hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly. Observed employee walk to get a drink with gloved hands and proceeded to work with food pans. Reviewed with employee hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-10-4

Intermediate -- Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like buildup around nozzles of drink station in dining area.

22-02-4

Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket to be soiled. Observed freezer walk-in cooler gasket to be soiled.

23-03-4

Sep 6, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Establishment had no proof of employee training certificates during time of inspection. Establishment had in folder two employee certificates who no longer work at the location, manager discarded. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-06: Person in charge unable to provide proof of food training certificates. He stated General Manager was told to complete certificates but he still has not done it. **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Panda Express #1731 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Panda Express #1731 on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Panda Express #1731?

Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Panda Express #1731.

How does Panda Express #1731 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Panda Express #1731 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Panda Express #1731's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Panda Express #1731 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Panda Express #1731 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 Panda Express #1731 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Panda Express #1731 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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