Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg
Last inspected:
5944 34 St N. Ste 39-43, St. Petersburg, FL 33714Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has accumulated 717 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 17.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and fly activity. State records document a persistent pattern of enforcement: in 2024, inspectors issued warnings and returned for callbacks on four separate occasions within four months, with 30 violations cited in November alone including 10 high-priority violations. The same fire safety violation has been documented across two consecutive 2025 inspections, with portable fire extinguishers showing gauges in the red zone in the pass to the kitchen.
Most recent closure: February 7, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
17.5
violations / inspection
17.5 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 Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Emergency Closure History (2)
Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072864 | $400.00 | Sep 29, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024028535 | $600.00 | Mar 5, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2023011645 | $800.00 | Feb 7, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2022027433 | $400.00 | Jun 1, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2022003746 | $200.00 | Dec 20, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Two extinguishers, one silver one red, in pass to kitchen with the gauge in the red. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-30: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Two extinguishers, one silver one red, in pass to kitchen with the gauge in the red.
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.
Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 3 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections115 violations · 71 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 21 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections40 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections84 violations · 54 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections70 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections36 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 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· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg last inspected?
- Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg last shut down?
- Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg was last shut down on February 7, 2023 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 Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg?
- The most frequently cited violations at Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg had?
- Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 17.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg find?
- Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg was most recently inspected on September 30, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg ever been shut down?
- Yes, Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has been emergency-closed 2 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 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 Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg been fined?
- Halong Bay Vietnamese Cuisine in St. Petersburg has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 5 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).
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