Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow
Last inspected:
830 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow has been emergency-closed once, on January 22, 2021, for roach activity. Across 26 inspections since 2022, the facility accumulated 148 violations, averaging 5.7 per inspection—slightly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations and proper hand/arm washing violations were recurring findings, appearing across multiple inspections throughout the record. The facility also received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Most recent inspections show continued violations: the April 2, 2026 routine inspection documented 8 violations including employee health policy and handwashing failures, while the July 15, 2025 inspection cited 18 violations across employee health, food contact surfaces, and handwashing. The most recent inspection on April 2, 2026 was completed with no further action.
Most recent closure: January 22, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021008346 | $400.00 | Jan 22, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2017038877 | $200.00 | Apr 18, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow last inspected?
- Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow last shut down?
- Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow was last shut down on January 22, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow are: Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow had?
- Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow find?
- Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow was most recently inspected on April 2, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow been fined?
- Hong Kong Restaurant in Bartow has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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