Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville
Last inspected:
13162 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville has accumulated 202 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.5 per visit. The facility was shut down in June 2025 for roach activity. In the months leading up to the closure, inspectors documented repeated non-compliance, recommending an emergency order in June 2025 after finding 17 violations including 4 high-priority violations. The restaurant faces 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: June 3, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Hernando County Avg
4
violations / inspection
4 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hernando County Avg
0.3
closures / facility
0.3 county average
Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025048645 | $400.00 | Jun 3, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2018023554 | $200.00 | Apr 3, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville last inspected?
- Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville last shut down?
- Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville was last shut down on June 3, 2025 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 Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville had?
- Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville find?
- Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- 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 Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville been fined?
- Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville 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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