HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE
1235 CENTRAL AVE, Saint Petersburg FL 33705 · 727-521-7253
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 11 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in mop sink area. 2 live flies underneath hand wash sink in wait station area. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021020903 | Feb 23, 2021 | Jun 1, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator was made aware of high temperatures. Employees put large bags of ice in reach-in cooler in order to bring down temperatures of cooked shrimp and kimchi. cooked shrimp (50F - Cold Holding)Re-temped at 46F; kimchi (51F - Cold Holding) Re-temped at 45F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink near dish pit found with empty food containers being held in sink. Items removed from handwashing sink by employee.
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.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Small amount of mold like substance build up in ice machine located near the back door of the kitchen.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks near back door lacked any form of security to surrounding wall area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Items stored near dish machine not properly dried after going through the ware washing process.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Entirety of back prep area had standing water throughout.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor throughout cook line has cracking and pitting making it a harder to clean surface.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing wash sink closest to back door of kitchen lacking proper handwashing sign.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels still stuck on clean containers being stored near dish pit.
Nov 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from fat fryer is soiled with black and pink substance.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans do not reflect plans on file. Dishmachine added to bar area. Triple sink removed. Hand wash sink added to wall 31 near office.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Dishmachine gauge not registering temperature.
Sep 26, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from fat fryer is soiled with black and pink substance.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans do not reflect plans on file. Dishmachine added to bar area. Triple sink removed. Hand wash sink added to wall 31 near office.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Dishmachine gauge not registering temperature.
Sep 8, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator setup three-compartment sink. Chlorine sanitizer reading 50ppm.
Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly in mop sink area. 2 live flies underneath hand wash sink in wait station area. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler across from fat fryer. Operator moved items to freezer. Rechecked temp a. cooked chicken (53F - Cold Holding); 46f b. cooked ribs (50F - Cold Holding); 43f c. raw shrimp (50F - Cold Holding) 44f
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Water hose connected to y-splitter at mop sink without vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from fat fryer is soiled with black and pink substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wired whip stored inside bowl of hand wash sink on cooks line. Operator removed wire whip.
No chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer for dishmachine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cooks line. Operator provided paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment plans do not reflect plans on file. Dishmachine added to bar area. Triple sink removed. Hand wash sink added to wall 31 near office.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks line. Operator provided soap.
Spray bottle located underneath hand wash sink in bar area containing multi surface cleaner substance not labeled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bin in bar area. Operator removed ice scoop from ice.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. Dishmachine gauge not registering temperature.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights in warewashing area missing shield.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink on cooks line.
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two 5lb cans of ground bean sauce is dented at seams on shelf in prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler across from wok grill at 11:27am. Operator placed items in walk-in freezer. Rechecked at 1145am a. cooked pasta (53F - Cold Holding); 43f b. sprouts (48F - Cold Holding) 38f
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near office. Operator provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks line. Operator provided soap.
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Max temp 89f.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning on shelf in warewashing area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from wok grill.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Aug 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Temp reading 88f
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile vents in warewashing area is soiled with dust.
Cutting boards in reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle on hand wash sink in warewashing area is missing.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in food prep area and warewashing area.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Employee was in the process of scraping off old labels and rewashing containers.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in floor in prep area and warewashing area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall in warewashing area soiled with accumulated black substance.
Aug 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 23 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two 6lb cans of applesauce are dented at seams. Located on dry-storage shelf across from the ice machine.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell egg then touch clean utensil without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques. Will email DBPR Form 5030-157. Washing Hands Method. Will email DBPR Form 5030-159. Wearing Gloves The Right Way.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 live flies near soda carbonation station. 2 live flies near ice machine. 5 live flies underneath dishmachine. 1 live underneath hand wash sink in warewashing area. 2 live flies on wall in wait station area. 3 live fly in bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From sliding door cooler on cooks line. a. fried chicken wings (69F - Cold Holding) 56f Operator moved item to cooler. Re Temped at 12:35pm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer buckets are stored in hand wash sink in bar area. Operator removed buckets.
No soap provided at handwash sink in warewashing area. Operator provided soap.
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Temp reading 88f
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tile vents in warewashing area is soiled with dust.
Cutting boards in reach-in cooler on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in wok grill on cooks line. 1 dead roach on floor underneath hand wash sink in bar area. Operator discarded roaches. Cleaned and sanitized area.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle on hand wash sink in warewashing area is missing.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in food prep area and warewashing area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar area. Operator removed scoop.
Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Employee was in the process of scraping off old labels and rewashing containers.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in floor in prep area and warewashing area.
Stored food not covered. Containers of cut limes, oranges, and lemons in bar area are not covered. Operator covered items.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall in warewashing area soiled with accumulated black substance.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Reading 10ppm. Operator refilled wiping cloth quat solution. Reading 150ppm.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler on cooks line at 2:00pm a. cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding) Operator discarded item.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cutting boards on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on shelf above reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator discarded item.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar area. Operator removed scoop.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler across from wok grill.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from wok grill.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda diffusers at wait station is soiled.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employee training missing date of completion, and date of birth.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in ware washing area soiled with dust.
Cutting boards on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield in ware washing area is missing.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Cooks line and floor in prep area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 20, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate18 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Shelf above prep table on cooks line a. 5lb can of Hoisin sauce b. Two 5lb cans of double soy sauce.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling soiled dishes, then retrieving clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flies underneath hand wash sink at wait station. Flies did not land on food or food contact surfaces.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Duck legs prepared on 02-13-2024 at 4:56pm
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server bring soiled dishes and scrape food into trash can in warewashing area, then retrieve plates of food from expo station without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Raw shell cracked egg in reach-in cooler on cooks line. Operator discarded cracked egg. Stop sale not warranted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda diffusers at wait station is soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can and container blocking hand wash sink next to three-compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket stored in hand wash sink next to three-compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cooks line.
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks line.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employee training missing date of completion, and date of birth.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two unlabeled spray bottles on bottom shelf of prep table containing toxic substances are not labeled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles in ware washing area soiled with dust.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Basket and plates stored on shelf next to hand wash sink in ware washing area.
Cutting boards on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Shelf above prep table on cooks line a. 5lb can of Hoisin sauce b. Two 5lb cans of double soy sauce.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic container on shelf in warewashing area is wet, not air-dried.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield in ware washing area is missing.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Will email DBPR Form 5030-105. Choking First Aid Procedures.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink on cooks line. Will email DBPR Form 5030-111. Employees must wash hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler doors soiled with mold-like substance.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line across from wok grill interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Boiled eggs cold holding not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered boiled eggs
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Cooks line and floor in prep area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Soiled wet towel around pipe underneath hand wash sink at wait station area.
Dec 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly near mop bucket
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Rice put out at 10:30 no time mark.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board staining.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items in hand washing sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used by server to dump rice. Hand washing sink was cleared and servers will be re-educated.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Stored with coffee and tea items in server area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs moved.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Open dumpster lid.
Stored food not covered. Ice cream in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing in standing water. Noodles thawing at room temp.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Cook line and back kitchen
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in dish machine area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet in bucket
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
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.