Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park
Last inspected:
10454 N 66 St, Pinellas Park, FL 337822308Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has accumulated 851 violations across 56 inspections since 2022, averaging 15.2 violations per visit — nearly three times the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has been emergency-closed seven times, citing roach activity, sewage backup, and lack of running water. Chronic violations center on chemical storage, time as a control for potentially hazardous foods, consumer advisories, proper hand washing, and food contact surface sanitation — patterns that repeat across nearly every inspection in the record.
Recent inspection activity shows no improvement in violation frequency. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026, documented 14 violations with no further action required, consistent with the pattern of previous visits. The facility's closure and violation history reflects systemic non-compliance with core food safety practices, and repeat emergency closures indicate recurring imminent health hazards.
Most recent closure: January 9, 2023 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
15.2
violations / inspection
15.2 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
7
emergency closures
7 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Emergency Closure History (7)
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)
Total fines on record: $3,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023004336 | — | Jan 9, 2023 | Jacksonville | |
| 3--2022057660 | $800.00 | Nov 7, 2022 | Orlando | |
| 3--2022012157 | $800.00 | Mar 3, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 3--2022000795 | $400.00 | Jan 3, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 3--2018033355 | $400.00 | Jun 20, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2018036346 | $400.00 | Jul 10, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015034815 | $400.00 | Jul 21, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 2 in storage room, moved outside **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (56)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 8 inspections104 violations · 69 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 12 inspections128 violations · 80 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections30 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 16 inspections90 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 23 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park last inspected?
- Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park last shut down?
- Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park was last shut down on January 9, 2023 for roach & 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 Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park had?
- Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has had 56 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park find?
- Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has been emergency-closed 7 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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 Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park been fined?
- Hao Wah Chinese Restaurant in Pinellas Park has been fined a total of $3,200.00 across 7 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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