Happi Wok in Tampa

Last inspected:

13606 University Plaza St, Tampa, FL 33613
Overview

Happi Wok in Tampa has been emergency-closed once, on August 31, 2015, for roach activity. Across 22 inspections from 2015 to March 2026, the facility accumulated 215 violations, averaging 9.8 per inspection—nearly double Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurrent throughout the record, with improper chemical storage cited in at least 9 inspections, food contact surface violations appearing in 12 inspections, and hand-washing violations documented in at least 4 inspections. A complaint-based inspection on July 19, 2024 identified 11 violations including improper cooking temperatures, management awareness failures, and shell stock requirement violations. An administrative complaint was recommended following the April 25, 2023 inspection, which found employee health policy violations, allergen awareness failures, and parasite destruction issues. The facility received a $400 disciplinary fine. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 found 9 violations including food contact surface and chemical storage deficiencies and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: August 31, 2015 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
215Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Happi Wok in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 9.8 violations / inspection 9.8 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

Happi Wok in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Happi Wok in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 18:55:00

Happi Wok in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Happi Wok in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2015039618 $400.00 Sep 1, 2015 Miami (Doral)

Happi Wok in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection14 violations · 9 high priority
— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority

Happi Wok in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Happi Wok in Tampa last inspected?
Happi Wok in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Happi Wok in Tampa last shut down?
Happi Wok in Tampa was last shut down on August 31, 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 Happi Wok in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Happi Wok in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Happi Wok in Tampa had?
Happi Wok in Tampa has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Happi Wok in Tampa find?
Happi Wok in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Happi Wok in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Happi Wok in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
Has Happi Wok in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Happi Wok in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Happi Wok in Tampa been fined?
Happi Wok in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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