Halong Bay 2 in Largo

Last inspected:

10500 Ulmerton Rd Unit 282 & 288, Largo, FL 33771
Overview

Halong Bay 2 in Largo has accumulated 533 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. Fire inspectors cited the restaurant four times for operating portable grease-laden fryers without hood suppression systems, a violation first noted in 2025 and unresolved through March 2026 despite multiple follow-up inspections. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,320 in fines. Top recurring violations include food contact surface issues (29), consumer advisories (27), and improper hand washing (26).

Most recent closure: June 19, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

43Inspections
533Violations
2Closures
3Fire
$1,480in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 12.4 violations / inspection 12.4 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Halong Bay 2 in Largo
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 16:51:00
Roach activity 16:15:00

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $1,480.00

Disciplinary action history for Halong Bay 2 in Largo
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2026020291 $160.00 Dec 5, 2025 Miami (Doral)
3--2019032472 $800.00 Jun 19, 2019 Miami (Doral)
3--2019022617 $520.00 Apr 16, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of portable grease laden fat-fryers in rooms located behind sushi bar. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of portable grease laden fat-fryers in rooms located behind sushi bar. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Use of portable grease laden fat-fryers in rooms located behind sushi bar.

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)

— 2 inspections15 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 2 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections44 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 17 inspections127 violations · 87 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Halong Bay 2 in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Halong Bay 2 in Largo last inspected?
Halong Bay 2 in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
When was Halong Bay 2 in Largo last shut down?
Halong Bay 2 in Largo was last shut down on June 19, 2019 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 Halong Bay 2 in Largo?
The most frequently cited violations at Halong Bay 2 in Largo are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Halong Bay 2 in Largo had?
Halong Bay 2 in Largo has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Halong Bay 2 in Largo find?
Halong Bay 2 in Largo was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Halong Bay 2 in Largo ever been shut down?
Yes, Halong Bay 2 in Largo has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V28 (Water supply) mean?
Violation 28 (Water supply) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/28.
Has Halong Bay 2 in Largo had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Halong Bay 2 in Largo has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Halong Bay 2 in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Halong Bay 2 in Largo has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,480.00 in fines.
How much has Halong Bay 2 in Largo been fined?
Halong Bay 2 in Largo has been fined a total of $1,480.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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