Kang's Garden in Tampa
Last inspected:
12221 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL 33626Kang's Garden in Tampa has averaged 9.5 violations per inspection across 23 inspections since January 2022, nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations for employee health policy violations, handwashing compliance, and shell stock requirements have appeared in 10 or more inspections each, reflecting systemic management issues across food safety fundamentals. The facility has never been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 documented 15 violations including five high-priority findings and resulted in an inspection completion with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kang's Garden in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Kang's Garden in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 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 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Kang's Garden in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kang's Garden in Tampa last inspected?
- Kang's Garden in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Kang's Garden in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kang's Garden in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Kang's Garden in Tampa had?
- Kang's Garden in Tampa has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kang's Garden in Tampa find?
- Kang's Garden in Tampa was most recently inspected on May 7, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kang's Garden in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Kang's Garden in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
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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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