Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
5527 S 78 St, Tampa, FL 33619Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 356 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity in 2022 and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Proper hand and arm washing, food contact surfaces, and employee health policies account for the majority of violations. Recent inspection activity from August 2024 through October 2025 shows a pattern of repeated warnings and compliance callbacks, with inspections in March 2025 occurring on consecutive days.
Most recent closure: May 3, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
11.7
violations / inspection
11.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022024339 | $400.00 | May 3, 2022 | Tampa |
Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections44 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 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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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections30 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections51 violations · 38 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on May 3, 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 Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 22, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Far East Chinese Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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