Tsaocaa

5503 East Fowler Ave, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Tsaocaa appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 11, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

“Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Temple Terrace restaurant scene, where the average is 87, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed dust/grease build up on the hood system filters. Manager stated they will be out in march to clean. **Repeat Violation**

23-24-4

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed an employee drink being stored in the flip top unit. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08B-49-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease build up in the hood filter. Manager stated that they are scheduled to be cleaned next month.

23-03-4

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed an employee beverage being stored in the flip top unit. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Nov 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in handwashing sink located at front counter. Operator removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-11-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed rice container with cup used as scoop.

14-01-5

Nov 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Operator removed the chicken. **Corrective Action Taken**

08A-04-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes in hand sink located near the three compartment sink. Operator removed dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed several pots and pans not inverted. Operator fixed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tea bubbles, and frying oil on floor.

08B-38-4

Apr 10, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour. Manager removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Restaurant utensils and equipments on table in kitchen being used for employees to eat lunch.

12B-04-4

Dec 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Boba station: tapioca pearls (100F - Hot Holding). Discussed time as a public health control and sent paperwork to manager. Manager time marked **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup on cook line maketable. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tsaocaa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tsaocaa on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tsaocaa?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal food not properly identified and segregated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tsaocaa.

How does Tsaocaa compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Tsaocaa most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Temple Terrace average of 87.

Has Tsaocaa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tsaocaa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tsaocaa 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 Tsaocaa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tsaocaa is inspected around three times per year on average.

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