Ling Express in Brandon
Last inspected:
803 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511-8113Ling Express in Brandon has accumulated 465 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.6 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity and pest infestation. In July 2023, inspectors conducted eight consecutive daily inspections over four days, finding repeated non-compliance with an active emergency order; the facility did not achieve compliance until the ninth callback inspection. The top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, employee health policies, and clean multi-use utensils.
Most recent closure: July 11, 2023 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ling Express in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
11.6
violations / inspection
11.6 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Ling Express in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (3)
Ling Express in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023047331 | $1,000.00 | Jul 11, 2023 | Jacksonville | |
| 3--2023021936 | $400.00 | Mar 31, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2017050460 | $400.00 | Oct 16, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Ling Express in Brandon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-27: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Electric plug - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-05-01: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-02-27: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Electric plug - From follow-up inspection on 2017-02-28: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Electric plug
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Ling Express in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 15 inspections114 violations · 72 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections70 violations · 46 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Ling Express in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Ling Express in Brandon under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between July 14, 2023 and July 17, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Ling Express in Brandon last inspected?
- Ling Express in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 19, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ling Express in Brandon last shut down?
- Ling Express in Brandon was last shut down on July 11, 2023 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 Ling Express in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ling Express in Brandon are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Ling Express in Brandon had?
- Ling Express in Brandon has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ling Express in Brandon find?
- Ling Express in Brandon was most recently inspected on November 19, 2025 with 15 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ling Express in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ling Express in Brandon has been emergency-closed 3 times 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 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.
- Has Ling Express in Brandon had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ling Express in Brandon has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ling Express in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ling Express in Brandon has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has Ling Express in Brandon been fined?
- Ling Express in Brandon has been fined a total of $1,800.00 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).
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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