Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City
Last inspected:
905 Sw Main Blvd #110, Lake City, FL 32025Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City has accumulated 251 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.4 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach and rodent activity. State records show 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. The restaurant's most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, proper ventilation, and chemical storage.
Most recent closure: January 24, 2018 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City: Comparison to Columbia County Averages
This Facility
8.4
violations / inspection
8.4 violations per inspection
Columbia County Avg
5.13
violations / inspection
5.13 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Columbia County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City: Emergency Closure History (3)
Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018004768 | $400.00 | Jan 24, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2017003420 | $800.00 | Jan 19, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2015016630 | $400.00 | Apr 9, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City last inspected?
- Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City last shut down?
- Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City was last shut down on January 24, 2018 for rodent 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 Yip Restaurant in Lake City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City had?
- Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City find?
- Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City has been emergency-closed 3 times 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City been fined?
- Hong Yip Restaurant in Lake City has been fined a total of $1,600.00 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.
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