Soul of Korean in Tampa
Last inspected:
7612 N 56 St, Tampa, FL 33617Soul of Korean in Tampa has been emergency-closed once, on December 3, 2021, for no restrooms. The facility has accumulated 245 violations across 26 inspections dating back to at least 2016, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, including employee health policy violations (cited in at least 5 inspections), handwashing and hand-washing procedure violations (at least 4 inspections), toxic substance control violations (at least 4 inspections), food contact surface violations (at least 6 inspections), and consumer advisory violations (at least 6 inspections). Two consecutive complaint-based inspections on October 25 and October 26, 2023, documented 22 combined violations including employee health reporting, allergen awareness, proper cooking temperatures, and food in good condition; the October 25 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition. A single disciplinary action totaling $100 has been issued. The most recent inspection on March 12, 2026, documented 27 violations including employee health policy, proper hand and arm washing, chemical storage, and toxic substance control, with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: December 3, 2021 for no restrooms.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Soul of Korean in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Soul of Korean in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Soul of Korean in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $100.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021058038 | $100.00 | Dec 3, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Soul of Korean in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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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— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Soul of Korean in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Soul of Korean in Tampa last inspected?
- Soul of Korean in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Soul of Korean in Tampa last shut down?
- Soul of Korean in Tampa was last shut down on December 3, 2021 for no restrooms. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Soul of Korean in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Soul of Korean in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Soul of Korean in Tampa had?
- Soul of Korean in Tampa has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Soul of Korean in Tampa find?
- Soul of Korean in Tampa was most recently inspected on March 12, 2026 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Soul of Korean in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Soul of Korean 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 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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Soul of Korean in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Soul of Korean in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $100.00 in fines.
- How much has Soul of Korean in Tampa been fined?
- Soul of Korean in Tampa has been fined a total of $100.00 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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