China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg

Last inspected:

401 49 St S, St Petersburg, FL 33707
Overview

China Boi Hibachi in St. Petersburg was emergency-closed on December 18, 2024 for rodent and fly activity. The facility has recorded 6 inspections and 44 total violations since March 2024, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—40% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included employee health policy, consumer advisory failures, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, approved food source, chemical storage, handwashing facilities, and time-temperature control violations. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations documented in February 2025 included a locked exit door (repeat violation) and a blocked exit path. The most recent inspection on March 19, 2026 identified 27 violations including 2 high-priority findings and resulted in no further action required.

Most recent closure: December 18, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

6Inspections
44Violations
1Closures
5Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 7.3 violations / inspection 7.3 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg
DateReasonReopened
Rodent & fly activity 14:13:00

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2025011131 $400.00 Dec 18, 2024 Fort Lauderdale

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on floor of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-19: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher on floor of kitchen.

— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (6)

— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg last inspected?
China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg last shut down?
China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg was last shut down on December 18, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg?
The most frequently cited violations at China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Toilet facilities, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg had?
China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg has had 6 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg find?
China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg ever been shut down?
Yes, China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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.
Has China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
Yes, China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg been fined?
China Boi Hibachi in St Petersburg has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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