GOLDEN BOWL
3447 LITHIA PINECREST RD B104, Valrico FL 33596 · 407-288-2352
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
APR 25
APR 25
DEC 25
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 18 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 60 live roaches observed under cookline equipment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025039590 | Apr 29, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 19, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Using Walmart bags to store food in walk-in freezer.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Paper menu and online menu states Fried Crab Rangoon. Operator showed me the bag of crab being used, not in original box, label states imitation crab. Operator is changing the 'C' in crab on menus to 'K' krab during the inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by several items in front operator. Removed items.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Hand sink by the three compartment sink.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of butane fuel stored on shelf over flip top cooler. Operator moved butane.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in dish area blocked by cart. Operator moved cart.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used to scoop bulk sugar and flour. Operator removed bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 employee water bottles on prep table. Operator removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of soy sauce on the floor. Bag of onions on the floor. Bag of carrots on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed all items on pallets/shelf.
Stored food not covered. Raw beef in flip top cooler not covered. Operator placed covers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar, flour and cornstarch not labeled. Operator placed labels
Apr 30, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 1 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 60 live roaches observed under cookline equipment.
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed grey shopping bags with raw meats in walk in freezer
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Missing agreement for 2 new hires hired 3 weeks ago.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of vegetables and sauces in walk in cooler. Manager got off of floor
Apr 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of medicine on cook line. Manager removed
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator only had 101 bleach designed for general cleaning. Operator went to store and got bleach designed for food contact surfaces.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed grey shopping bags with raw meats in walk in freezer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink on far right hand sink blocked by equipment and unable to be used due to broken pipe.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Missing agreement for 2 new hires hired 3 weeks ago.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken made on 3-30 not dated in walk in cooler. Manager dated
Food stored on floor. Buckets of vegetables and sauces in walk in cooler. Manager got off of floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk in cooler soiled
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At rear hand sink. Manager replaced towels
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at either hand sink. Operator replaced soap
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken, shrimp, fish and beef in walk in cooler not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk sugar and flour. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Case of crab on floor in walk in freezer. Manager placed on shelf Buckets of soy sauce on floor in kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in bulk flour. Manager placed correctly
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered all items.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed in sanitizer bucket.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Plastic bucket in sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked foods in walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temperature
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan, lids Etc in side sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing on sink drain board of three compartment sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting board
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.