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Mingming Tea

7218 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33707
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Mingming Tea stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Ceiling not smooth” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in St. Petersburg average 77, so Mingming Tea is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -stained cutting boards on sushi prep line **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -cups stacked wet behind sushi bar
24-08-4
82
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at front counter is soiled with food debris between cracks. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
86
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
64
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
58
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over sushi bar **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster with other businesses
33-16-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Ice scoop cracked
14-12-4
86
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - 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. Portioned raw fish in freezer not dated **Repeat Violation**
02C-04-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over sushi bar
36-37-5
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Interior of tall reach in freezer in storage room
14-71-4
82
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - 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. Fish re wrapped in freezer needs date marking
02C-04-5
90
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mingming Tea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mingming Tea on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mingming Tea?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mingming Tea.

How does Mingming Tea compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

Mingming Tea most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has Mingming Tea's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mingming Tea have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mingming Tea means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Mingming Tea inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mingming Tea is inspected around two times per year on average.

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