Far East Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
5022 E 10 Ave, Tampa, FL 33619Far East Restaurant in Tampa has accumulated 357 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show repeated compliance issues: in September 2025, inspectors issued a warning for 25 violations, then conducted three consecutive callback inspections within nine days, with the final two recommending administrative complaints.
Most recent closure: September 3, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Far East Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12.8
violations / inspection
12.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Far East Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 13:01:00 |
Far East Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072984 | $200.00 | Sep 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2015039669 | $400.00 | Sep 4, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Far East Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 6 inspections52 violations · 41 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 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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— 4 inspections41 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Far East Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Far East Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Far East Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 2, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Far East Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Far East Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on September 3, 2015 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 Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Far East Restaurant in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Far East Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Far East Restaurant in Tampa has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Far East Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Far East Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on October 2, 2025 with 14 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Far East Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Far East Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time 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 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.
- 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 Far East Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Far East Restaurant in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Far East Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Far East Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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.
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