Viet Kitchen in Tampa
Last inspected:
3698 W Water Ave, Tampa, FL 33614Viet Kitchen in Tampa has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on September 20, 2023, and has accumulated 232 violations across 25 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. High-priority violations are a persistent pattern: employee health reporting violations appeared in 4 of the last 5 inspections, proper hand washing violations were cited in 4 consecutive inspections between January and October 2024, and shell stock violations appeared in 3 of the last 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on September 9, 2025 documented 21 violations including 4 high-priority findings (employee health reporting, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and hand washing), and was completed with no further action required. A fire safety violation for a missing portable fire extinguisher was documented in December 2016.
Most recent closure: September 20, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023057917 | $400.00 | Sep 20, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2015031923 | $400.00 | Jun 3, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Viet Kitchen in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Viet Kitchen in Tampa under active enforcement?
- Records show 5 emergency order inspections between September 20, 2023 and September 22, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Viet Kitchen in Tampa last inspected?
- Viet Kitchen in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Viet Kitchen in Tampa last shut down?
- Viet Kitchen in Tampa was last shut down on September 20, 2023 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 Viet Kitchen in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Viet Kitchen in Tampa are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Viet Kitchen in Tampa had?
- Viet Kitchen 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 Viet Kitchen in Tampa find?
- Viet Kitchen in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Viet Kitchen in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Viet Kitchen 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Viet Kitchen in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Viet Kitchen in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Viet Kitchen in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Viet Kitchen in Tampa has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Viet Kitchen in Tampa been fined?
- Viet Kitchen in Tampa has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Viet Kitchen in Tampa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Pho Nhu Trang (2016-2016).
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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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