OCEAN BLUE ASIAN FUSION LLC
2475 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD STE M, Clearwater FL 33759 · 727-791-6640
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 23 dropping found on top of dish machine. Area cleaned up and sanitized. No other droppings observed in any other kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025044749 | May 13, 2025 | Sep 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2024011672 | Dec 6, 2023 | May 2, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container at sushi bar. Employee removed paper towels.
Raw animal food ( raw chicken ) stored over or with ready-to-eat food ( cooked pork) in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Manager rearranged food
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dish washing area. Manager labeled spray bottle
Food ( containers of oil and soy sauce ) stored on floor in the bar area. Manager relocated containers.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled handles on oven doors. Manager cleaned handles
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor under triple sink in kitchen. Manager relocated wiping bucket.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection 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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Nonfood-grade containers ( cardboard boxes ) used for food storage - direct contact with food in reach in freezer. Manager removed food from boxes and placed food in food grade containers. -Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food in freezer. Manager removed food from bags and placed food in food grade bags
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - grease buildup on the sides of cooking equipment at cook line. Reviewed manager
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food
May 14, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 13, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee touched raw chicken with gloves then touched a clean container without removing gloves and washing hands. Reviewed with manager. Manager translated. Employee removed gloves and washed his hands correctly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 3 rodent droppings on floor behind kitchen exit door - 5 rodent dropping on floor under triple sink in kitchen - 9 rodent droppings on floor in storage area between freezers in the expo area -18 rodent droppings on floor near rodent trap under soda boxes in kitchen - 4 rodent droppings on floor under dishwashing area hand sink - 6 rodent droppings on floor near sticky trap under prep table in the beverage station in kitchen - 2 rodent droppings on floor near kitchen swing doors -12 rodent droppings on floor in bar area -36 rodent droppings on floor at hostess stand near license board -11 rodent droppings on floor at sushi bar - 6 rodent droppings on shelves in sushi bar area. - 5 rodent droppings on floor in wait station area
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Manager relocated food
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Reviewed with manager
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pepto bismal in cold holding unit. Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. bean sprouts (49F - Cold Holding) operator removed from freezer at 2:30pm and was thawing product. Second temperature 46F. Pork (46F - Cold Holding) operator removed from freezer and thawed product. Second temperature 43F. Discussed with manager the need to keep time/temperature control for safety foods at 41F or below during thawing process.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half opened and not date marked. Operator states half and half was opened on 11/16/24. Date mark was added
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun in bar area soiled with brown substance. Discussed with manager on duty.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee food on prep table in sushi bar area. Employee relocated
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Glasses on shelf above prep table next to equipment. Operator relocated
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Cup used as a ladle for soup with no handle. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust and debris. Metal rack holding clean equipment soiled. Operator cleaned.
Stored food not covered. Container of corn not covered in reach in freezer. Operator covered
May 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw shrimp over cooked chicken in freezer on cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tempura chicken (49F - Cold Holding); tempura shrimp (47F - Cold Holding) in cooler on cook line, operator aware cooler not properly functioning, items moved to walk-in cooler
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, replaced
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in sauce bin
Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment at liquor bar
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in 78F water
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of toaster ovens soiled at sushi bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers and stove Cooler gaskets soiled
Stored food not covered. Wontons in chest freezer
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers soiled in walk-in cooler
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floors under fryers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Sides of fryers soiled with grease.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Dec 6, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed produce in walk in cooler. Items moved.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 23 dropping found on top of dish machine. Area cleaned up and sanitized. No other droppings observed in any other kitchen area.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used for portioning in sauce on line. Item removed.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Tongs have torn rubber handles. Items removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floors under fryers.
Food stored on floor. Walk in cooler and walk area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Sides of fryers soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered. Chest freezer- wontons and egg rolls.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.