China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
8502 N Armenia Ave #a1, Tampa, FL 33604China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 475 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.2 per visit. The facility was shut down five times for roach and rodent activity, including an emergency closure in November 2022 followed by a non-compliance callback. Food contact surface violations, improper ventilation, and hand-washing failures are the most frequently cited deficiencies. The restaurant has faced 8 disciplinary actions totaling $4,400 in fines.
Most recent closure: November 29, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
13.1
violations / inspection
13.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
5
emergency closures
5 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (5)
China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (7)
Total fines on record: $3,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022058207 | $400.00 | Nov 29, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2019011695 | $400.00 | Mar 5, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2019010995 | $600.00 | Feb 18, 2019 | Tampa | |
| 3--2017031667 | $800.00 | Jun 21, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016033116 | $800.00 | Jun 3, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016018470 | $200.00 | Mar 21, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015024774 | $400.00 | May 27, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections42 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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
— 3 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections75 violations · 53 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections36 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 30, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on November 29, 2022 for roach 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 Yuan Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa had?
- China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa find?
- China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 30, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 5 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 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.
- Has China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa has 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,600.00 in fines.
- How much has China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- China Yuan Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $3,600.00 across 7 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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