Ming Garden in Tampa
Last inspected:
2601 N Tampa St, Tampa, FL 33602Ming Garden in Tampa has accumulated 413 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.1 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach and rodent activity. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: in May 2023, inspectors conducted multiple emergency order callbacks with continued violations, and in February 2025, a single inspection day yielded two separate complaint recommendations with 8 high-priority violations noted.
Most recent closure: December 16, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ming Garden in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
12
violations / inspection
12 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.74
violations / inspection
5.74 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Ming Garden in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (3)
Ming Garden in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025006070 | $800.00 | Dec 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023032802 | $600.00 | May 24, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 3--2015017110 | $400.00 | Apr 8, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Ming Garden in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections45 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections25 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Ming Garden in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ming Garden in Tampa last inspected?
- Ming Garden in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ming Garden in Tampa last shut down?
- Ming Garden in Tampa was last shut down on December 16, 2024 for rodent 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 Ming Garden in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ming Garden in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Ming Garden in Tampa had?
- Ming Garden in Tampa has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ming Garden in Tampa find?
- Ming Garden in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ming Garden in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ming Garden in Tampa has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- 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 Ming Garden in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ming Garden in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has Ming Garden in Tampa been fined?
- Ming Garden in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 3 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).
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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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