HAO WAH CHINESE RESTAURANT
10454 N 66 ST, Pinellas Park FL 33782 · 727-544-4656
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 9 dead flies in UV trap next to equipment storage in rear kitchen, operator cleaned trap
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $3,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023004336 | Jan 9, 2023 | Jul 13, 2023 | — |
| 3--2022057660 | Nov 7, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2022012157 | Mar 3, 2022 | Apr 14, 2022 | $800 |
| 3--2022000795 | Jan 3, 2022 | Jan 31, 2022 | $400 |
| 3--2018036346 | Jul 10, 2018 | Sep 28, 2018 | $400 |
| 3--2018033355 | Jun 20, 2018 | Sep 27, 2018 | $400 |
| 3--2015034815 | Jul 21, 2015 | Sep 10, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment stacked in hand sink in rear prep kitchen
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in wall mounted trap in rear prep kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in rice, corn starch and flour bins
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven on cook line Toaster oven at front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Accumulation of food debris and grease on exterior of fryers Cooler gaskets soiled
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Exterior of oven
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw beef over egg rolls in walk in cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ceiling of ice machine soiled
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in glue trap over water heater in dish room
Food stored on floor. Boxes of seafood and containers of soy sauce on floor in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice, msg and sugar bins
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Exterior of fryers soiled Cooler gaskets soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate15 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kits at time of inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 20 dead insects in wall mounted control device at rear of kitchen, operator cleaned during spectrum
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler gaskets soiled
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Food stored on floor. Multiple boxes of food on floor in walk in freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in rice bin, removed
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled Wall mounted fan in dry storage soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. To go containers stored on soiled shelf over steam table
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm, chlorine bucket empty, operator replaced, 100ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ribs (51F - Cold Holding), moved to freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cook line
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board on cook line, removed
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Unsealed concrete floors in walk-in cooler
Food stored in undrained ice. Chicken and beef in undrained ice in cooler on cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer at front counter
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in brown rice bin, removed
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Next to grill at front counter
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled Hood filters soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Propane tanks at rear of restaurant not adequately secured.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. On cook line
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean utensils in front of flavored powders at front counter not inverted
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Unsealed concrete floors in walk-in cooler
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Shade nrcead garbs
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Oiler gaskets soiled Hood filters with accumulation of grease
Open dumpster lid.
Propane tanks not adequately secured.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Prep cooler on cook line
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in cooler
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. On cook line
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate15 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw bacon in walk-in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in wall mounted trap next to oven in rear of kitchen, operator cleaned trap
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Deli container in flour bin, removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles on cook line
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean plates for catering on floor in exterior storage closet
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor of dry storage, area cleaned
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks over prep table at entrance to kitchen
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler unsealed concrete
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled. Hood filters soiled. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Rear screen door propped open
Propane tanks not adequately secured. Outside
Stored food not covered. In tall reach in cooler on cook line
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Wall fan soiled in dry storage
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. On cook line
Sep 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm, operator replaced chemical, 50ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell egg over cooked rice in walk-in cooler, removed
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Scrub brush in hand sink in dish room, removed
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Multiple items in reach in and walk-in freezers not dated
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 9 dead flies in UV trap next to equipment storage in rear kitchen, operator cleaned trap
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean plates and utensils on floor in exterior storage shed
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in exterior shed used to store catering equipment, area cleaned and sanitized
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee food on prep table near entrance to kitchen, removed
Food stored on floor. Walk in freezer
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice and sugar bins, removed
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease Glass cooler gaskets soiled on cook line
Propane tanks not adequately secured. Outside
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Cook line
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Wall fan in dry storage soiled. Fan covers in walk-in cooler
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.