LITTLE NINJA THAI JAPANESE FOOD AND CAFE
5709 6 ST, Zephyrhills FL 33542 · 813-395-5908
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
JAN 25
MAY 25
AUG 25
APR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 32 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 50F held over the rim of prep table for less than 4 hours. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024022349 | Jan 24, 2024 | May 21, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 0ppm. Operator started setting up three compartment sink with approved sanitizer and stated they will contact repair company for service.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Heavily soiled on internal walls of machine. Appears to be accumulation of lime.
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw poultry over squash in reach in cooler on cook line, 4 door unit, employee moved raw poultry.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Sep 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in coolers on cook line.
Sep 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested at 0ppm.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in coolers on cook line.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested at 0ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Employee removed Chicken in clear wrap from over ready to eat mix vegetables in reach in freezer in front of dishwasher.
Food stored on floor. Bag of flour on floor of dry storage.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in coolers on cook line.
May 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 1. Observed strainer stored in the hand sink basin of hand sink in kitchen. 2. Observed cook filling metal bowl with water at the hand sink.
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.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath cookline equipment in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen and prep area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Utensil water 103F with in use utensils at cookline in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface in four door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Mar 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Edicine stored in door of reach in refrigerator. Operator moved to bottom drawer and will label.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine 0ppm 3 compartment sink set up for sanitizing at 50ppm to use until dishwasher machine can be repaired.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken over unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler.operator rearranged reach in to gain compliance
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 50F held over the rim of prep table for less than 4 hours. Operator placed in reach in cooler.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Non continuous cooking procedure provided via email.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Bucket of sweet and sour sauce on floor in dry storage. Operator placed on shelf off the floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator pored water out of container.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Stand up reach in cooler on back wall of kitchen.
Jan 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 food- reach in freezers and single service storage shed outside that is sealed. Mop sink moved, addition of ice machine, and dish machine. Office was converted, into a food dry storage room.
Food stored outside. Observed storage shed with reach in freezers and single service items
Nov 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 food- reach in freezers and single service storage shed outside that is sealed. Mop sink moved, addition of ice machine, and dish machine. Office was converted, into a food dry storage room.
Food stored outside. Observed storage shed with reach in freezers and single service items
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