Sunset Lotus
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Sunset Lotus, the earliest from 2022. Sunset Lotus was last inspected on Jan 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
Looking across the full record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Sunset Lotus on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 3, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants due to change of ownership with remodel no new plans submitted Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
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/. Observed a sushi reach in on cooks line counter top by service window observed a shelf behind were sushi reach in with sushi cooking pots. Reach in freezer next to hand washing sink instead of mop sink from plans 2018. Under hood filters is a new stove for cooking with bigger pots. Across by cash register is a long steam table with sneeze guards. Hand washing sink and ice machine in back storage room and a prep table close to the mop sink walk in cooler and office. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
70
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw beef 44 f raw chicken 44 f cook beef 44 f sliding glass reach in cooler next to walk in cooler. Employee moved all items to freezer 2nd temp 43 f **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation.raw shelled eggs over ready to eat mayo walk in Cooler shelf employee removed from above ready to eat food **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-14-5
Intermediate - 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. Observed for 1 employee
11-26-1
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Burgers are undercooked for order. Emailed consumer advisory and printed and posted on wall. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. French fries in boxes on floor walk in freezer. Oil cases stored on floor in back storage area.
08B-38-4
52
Oct 28, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Chicken over cut greens operator moved it. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In kitchen area
22-16-4
67
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front reach in cooler by register. Plant Foods (45F - Cold Holding); Dairy (45F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (44F - Cold Holding) operator went and purchased ice and iced all items down until repairs can be made. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator now has them in dry pans and will change them out every 3-4 hours **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Warning**
10-20-4
64
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Operator had drinking water filter installed on water faucet, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In back dry storage
08B-47-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. In prep area, operator removed it **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
64
Aug 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter installed **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-09: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-09: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-09: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-09: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-09: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
64
Dec 21, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sunset Lotus last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sunset Lotus on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sunset Lotus?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sunset Lotus.
How does Sunset Lotus compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Sunset Lotus most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Sunset Lotus' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sunset Lotus have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sunset Lotus 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 Sunset Lotus inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sunset Lotus is inspected around three times per year on average.
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