Halong Bay 2
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
55
Score
Halong Bay 2 has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly nine violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Restaurants in Largo average 75, so Halong Bay 2 trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw beef and cooked pasta in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Dining room added with 22 additional seats. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
28-12-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the chlorine sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/. Dining room with Sushi bar added with reach-in cooler, storage room behind sushi bar with restroom, reach-in freezer, hand wash sink, prep room with electric oven, and five reach-in freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: Plans were submitted on 12/05/2025. Deficiency letter was sent to operator on 1/20/2026 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: Denial packet sent on 2/24 due to lack of communication to plan review **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile water damage in storage room behind sushi bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying expired license 02-01-2025. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
55
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw beef and cooked pasta in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Dining room added with 22 additional seats. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
28-12-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the chlorine sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
16-32-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/. Dining room with Sushi bar added with reach-in cooler, storage room behind sushi bar with restroom, reach-in freezer, hand wash sink, prep room with electric oven, and five reach-in freezers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: Plans were submitted on 12/05/2025. Deficiency letter was sent to operator on 1/20/2026 **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile water damage in storage room behind sushi bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying expired license 02-01-2025. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee restroom behind sushi bar located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-09: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
52
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 6lb can of baby corn is dented at seam. Located on shelf near walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Dining room added with 22 additional seats. **Warning**
28-12-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw beef and cooked pasta in walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Six commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in reach-in cooler in prep area near sushi bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee in kitchen wash hands in three-compartment sink. Discussed with operator purpose of hand wash sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink near ice machine in kitchen used to store plastic container. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the chlorine sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. **Warning**
16-32-5
Intermediate - 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/. Dining room with Sushi bar added with reach-in cooler, storage room behind sushi bar with restroom, reach-in freezer, hand wash sink, prep room with electric oven, and five reach-in freezers. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near ice machine in the kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand wash sink near ice machine in kitchen. Operator turned water line on. Hot water reading 93f. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Employee restroom behind sushi bar located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee restroom behind sushi bar door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. **Warning**
32-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw beef not covered in walk-in cooler. Operator covered item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler near ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Six commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Located in reach-in cooler in prep area near sushi bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Ceiling tile water damage in storage room behind sushi bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal bag stored on top of reach-in cooler in prep room behind smoothie counter. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler near ice machine interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler door located near ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displaying expired license 02-01-2025. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth used to cover cut cabbage in walk-in cooler. Operator removed towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-05-5
15
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 5lb ROP yellow fin tuna commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
01B-13-4
High Priority - 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 replaced chlorine sanitizer bucket. Rechecked sanitizer reading 50pom. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cooked pork in walk-in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. From reach-in cooler at front counter. Operator placed items in ice bath. Rechecked reading a. spicy tuna (49F - Cold Holding); 40f b. Krab (49F - Cold Holding); raw salmon 40f c. raw salmon (51F - Cold Holding) 42f **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer on top of reach-in freezer used more than 4 hours soiled food buildup. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers in kitchen is soiled with food buildup between cracks.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Metal bowl and plastic container stored inside bowl of hand wash sink on cooks line. Employee removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near ice machine in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near ice machine in kitchen. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - 5lb bag of yellow fin tuna commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects present in control devices in kitchen.
35A-06-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Single-serve bowl without handle stored in pepper garlic flakes in dry-storage area.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows water damage in room behind sushi counter.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting boards on reach-in coolers on cooks line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair along cooks line.
36-17-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guard in walk-in cooler soiled with mold-like substance. Soiled gaskets on reach-in cooler doors on cooks line.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler at front counter interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Five gallon soy sauce containers reused to store foods.
25-32-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple containers of vegetables, broth, and raw chicken not covered in walk-in cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw shrimp stored in container on top of reach-in freezer in kitchen not thawing under running cold water or refrigeration at 41f or below.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
17
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shelf next to cook line Cooked eggs at cook line on shelf next to cook line 80 degrees 1/2 pan of Scrambled eggs on shelf at cook line 83 degrees 1/2 pan of garlic in oil at cook line on shelf 82 degrees **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 48 Raw eggs in carton under deli cooler at cook line. Small tub in container of scallops 78 cold holding Tofu small plastic tubs under deli cooler at cook line. shelf next to cook line Cooked eggs at cook line on shelf next to cook line 80 degrees 1/2 pan of Scrambled eggs on shelf at cook line 83 degrees 1/2 pan of garlic in oil at cook line on shelf 82 degrees Employee unaware when all items put their. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-03-5
High Priority - Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies at cook line **Warning** Priority: High Priority
35A-02-6
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Large bag of onions on floor near prep area at cook line. Employee discarded 48 Raw eggs in carton under deli cooler at cook line. Small tub in container of scallops Tofu small plastic tubs under deli cooler at cook line. Cooked eggs at cook line on shelf next to cook line 80 degrees Raw shelled cracked eggs in 1/2 pan pan all at cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
52
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled at cook line Screen on grill soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: Cutting boards soiled at cook line **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
13
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
19
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices
FL-28
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Halong Bay 2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Halong Bay 2 on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Halong Bay 2?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Halong Bay 2.
How does Halong Bay 2 compare to other restaurants in Largo?
Halong Bay 2 most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Largo average of 75.
Has Halong Bay 2's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Halong Bay 2 have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Halong Bay 2 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Halong Bay 2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Halong Bay 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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