Top China INC in Tampa
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2525 E Hillsbourgh Ave #157, Tampa, FL 33610Top China Inc in Tampa has been emergency-closed 3 times for roach activity, most recently on July 2, 2024. The facility has accumulated 223 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection—more than 70% above the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 10 of the last 8 inspections reviewed, making this a persistent compliance failure; proper hand washing violations and shell stock requirement violations also recurred across multiple inspections. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 documented 18 violations including high-priority failures in employee health policy, food contact surfaces, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, and hand washing, yet was closed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 2, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Top China INC in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Top China INC in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (3)
Top China INC in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024041033 | $400.00 | Jul 2, 2024 | Orlando | |
| 3--2021011338 | $400.00 | Mar 16, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2016037956 | $400.00 | Jul 12, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2016002694 | $400.00 | Jan 14, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Top China INC in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Top China INC in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Top China INC in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between July 2, 2024 and July 3, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Top China INC in Tampa last inspected?
- Top China INC in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Top China INC in Tampa last shut down?
- Top China INC in Tampa was last shut down on July 2, 2024 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 Top China INC in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Top China INC in Tampa are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Top China INC in Tampa had?
- Top China INC in Tampa has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Top China INC in Tampa find?
- Top China INC in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Top China INC in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Top China INC in Tampa has been emergency-closed 3 times 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 Top China INC in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Top China INC in Tampa has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Top China INC in Tampa been fined?
- Top China INC in Tampa has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 4 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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