Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon
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1025 W Brandon Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511KPOT Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon has been emergency-closed twice for pest activity: roach and fly activity on November 2, 2022, and roach and rodent activity on December 6, 2021. The facility recorded 189 violations across 24 inspections between 2021 and November 2025, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Three disciplinary actions resulted in combined fines of $1,400. Handwashing and food contact surface violations were recurring findings, appearing across multiple inspections. High-priority violations were documented in 7 of the past 6 inspections reviewed, including improper hand and arm washing, consumer advisory failures, toxic substance control, and unapproved food sources. The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 resulted in a call-back compliance outcome after 21 violations were cited on November 4, 2025, including two high-priority handwashing violations and failures in consumer advisory and toxic substance control.
Most recent closure: November 2, 2022 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (2)
Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022055070 | $800.00 | Nov 2, 2022 | Orlando | |
| 3--2021058055 | $400.00 | Dec 6, 2021 | Orlando | |
| 3--2015023659 | $200.00 | Apr 24, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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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— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon last inspected?
- Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 1, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon last shut down?
- Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon was last shut down on November 2, 2022 for roach & fly 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 Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon had?
- Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon find?
- Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon was most recently inspected on May 1, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon been fined?
- Kpot Korean BBQ & Hotpot in Brandon has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 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).
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