Lin China in Odessa
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15981 Preserve Marketplace Blvd, Odessa, FL 33556Lin China in Odessa has accumulated 92 violations across 12 inspections since 2022, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection—nearly 50% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 10 of the most recent 8 inspections, with recurring findings in handwashing and hand/arm washing violations (cited in 6 inspections), time as a control for safety (cited in 4 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (cited in 5 inspections), and shell stock requirements (cited in 3 inspections). Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 2 inspections. Despite the volume of violations, the facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after 6 violations were documented, including violations labeled as high-priority for time as control. A prior inspection on December 1, 2025 issued a Warning after 15 violations including multiple high-priority handwashing and food contact surface violations. An inspection on January 23, 2025 recommended an administrative complaint, indicating formal enforcement consideration.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lin China in Odessa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Lin China in Odessa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Lin China in Odessa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lin China in Odessa last inspected?
- Lin China in Odessa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Lin China in Odessa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lin China in Odessa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Time as control.
- How many health inspections has Lin China in Odessa had?
- Lin China in Odessa has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lin China in Odessa find?
- Lin China in Odessa was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Lin China in Odessa ever been shut down?
- No, Lin China in Odessa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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