Benjarong Thai in Tampa

Last inspected:

14402 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618
Overview

Benjarong Thai in Tampa has accumulated 223 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting was cited in at least 5 inspections, proper hand and arm washing in at least 4, food contact surface violations in at least 6, and shell stock requirements in at least 4. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025 found 18 violations including four high-priority violations (employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, shell stock requirements, and proper hand/arm washing) and was completed with no further action. A prior inspection on May 1, 2025 resulted in a warning issued after six violations were documented; that facility then complied in a callback inspection on May 5, 2025.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
230Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Benjarong Thai in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 9.2 violations / inspection 9.2 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Benjarong Thai in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Benjarong Thai in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2016029713 $200.00 May 13, 2016 Miami (Doral)

Benjarong Thai in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near entrance to kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2018-12-04:

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near entrance to kitchen.

Benjarong Thai in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections28 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Benjarong Thai in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Benjarong Thai in Tampa last inspected?
Benjarong Thai in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Benjarong Thai in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Benjarong Thai in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source.
How many health inspections has Benjarong Thai in Tampa had?
Benjarong Thai in Tampa has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Benjarong Thai in Tampa find?
Benjarong Thai in Tampa was most recently inspected on May 8, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Benjarong Thai in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Benjarong Thai in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
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.
Has Benjarong Thai in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Benjarong Thai in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Benjarong Thai in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Benjarong Thai in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Benjarong Thai in Tampa been fined?
Benjarong Thai in Tampa has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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