SOUL OF KOREAN
7612 N 56 ST, Tampa FL 33617 · 3866271438
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly on curtain in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021058038 | Dec 3, 2021 | Mar 16, 2022 | $100 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 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. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top unit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in the front area.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed cutting boards and bowls being stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the expired license on display.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit and kitchen prep tables.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee drinks being stored above equipment in the kitchen prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed an open bag of rice stored on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed the doors to the reach in cooler near the kitchen entrance being soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of the reach in coolers being soiled with food debris.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed near the kitchen entrance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several bottles on the cook line containing sauces with no labels.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the reach in cooler being soiled with food debris.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean cooking equipment being stored on floor.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the handwashing sink pipes being disconnected. Employee was able to connect and tighten them.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust shelves in the reach in coo,er on the cook line.
Mar 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large bag of rice being stored on the floor near the entrance of the kitchen. Manger placed on the counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in cooler in the food prep area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves that began to rust in the reach in cooler near the kitchen entrance.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a handwashing sink being blocked by two pots in the kitchen near the cook line. Employee moved pots to where it is no longer blocking sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black mold-like substance on the top interior of the ice machine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed four cutting boards being stored on the floor in between the prep table and reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed several cutting board in the kitchen area with many cut marks throughout.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed one employee drinks being stored on the shelf above the three compartment sink. Observed one employee drink on the shelf near the handwashing sink on the cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage rack in the kitchen area near the cook line soiled with old food debris. Observed the hood system with a build up of grease. Observed the storage shelves with build up debris in the kitchen are near the cook line. Observed gaskets being soiled with food debris in the reach in coolers in the kitchen area. Observed grease build up on the pipes behind the cooking equipment on the cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish being stored uncovered in the reach in freezer.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed two soiled wet clothes in use on the front counter.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen: vegetable broth (98F - Hot Holding); beef broth (101F - Hot Holding). Manager turned on burners to reheat
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In server station. Manager put towels at sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy posted expired 2-1-2024, but license is current
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Oct 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. to go bags used to store food
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. reach in cooler cooks line tofu 45, shrimp 62, squid 59, cut lettuce 45, raw pork 44, chicken wings 44, items placed on ice during inspection
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed copy to operator
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Unchong Long present and states manager of establishment
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior reach in freezer interior of ice machine on interior of door
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees (3 employees in kitchen, 1 front server ) no manager present
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 2 employees missing reporting agreement
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees over 60 days no training
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. behind cooking equipment
Oct 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly on curtain in kitchen
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. to go bags used to store food
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. raw pork over cooked chicken wings in reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. reach in cooler cooks line tofu 45, shrimp 62, squid 59, cut lettuce 45, raw pork 44, chicken wings 44, items placed on ice during inspection
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed copy to operator
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Unchong Long present and states manager of establishment
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior reach in freezer interior of ice machine on interior of door
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees (3 employees in kitchen, 1 front server ) no manager present
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 2 employees missing reporting agreement
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees over 60 days no training
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Behind rice hot holding utensils not inverted
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open Soda on prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags above reach in cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. behind cooking equipment
Food stored on floor. Corn syrup, oil, soy sauce stored on floor
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. upright reach in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. country crock containers reused to store various foods
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temp on counter. Employee moved to reach in cooler
Aug 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with self-closing doors.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed cups with plastic spoons and forks standing upright in server station. Manager fixed
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.