SAMURAI BLUE
1600 E 8 AVE #C208, Tampa FL 33605 · 2426688
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork over ice cream in reach in freezer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017046996 | Jun 28, 2017 | Nov 2, 2017 | $800 |
| 3--2016053674 | Oct 20, 2016 | Dec 7, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.reach in cooler cooks line raw beef 54F manager moved to freezer Walk in cooler raw beef 54F spring mix 47F cream cut lettuce 49F cheese 47F manager moved items to freezer all temps below 43F except cut lettuce 47F
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control. Sushi rice operator determined time and place mark
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stored cans and bottles back kitchen manager removed
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados over ready to eat sauces walk in cooler.
Nov 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon on cut daikon in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 4 raw tuna pieces thawed in vacuum sealed packaging.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice dumped in hand wash sink at server station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled With purple liquid on high chair at server station.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 4 raw tuna pieces thawed in vacuum sealed packaging.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee alfalfa sprouts and multiple items over sauce for establishment in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bulk soy sauce on floor near office.
May 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 7 employees present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at bar. Operator provided at time of inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid at bar. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table at sushi bar. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of Togo containers on floor in hallway.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink. Operator has bucket catching water.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Rice and plastic bowl in handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked eel in reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid on high chair.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle of scoop in ice machine.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk boxes of Togo containers on floor in hallway near kitchen.
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw pork over ice cream in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice in kitchen has no time mark. Per operator rice was put out at 10:30 am. Operator put time mark at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soda gun in handwash sink at bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid in high chairs.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over salt and pepper shakers
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice of ice machine in kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator has crab and tilapia thawing in bucket full of water with no running water on items.
Nov 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on handwash sink at Sushi bar.
Oct 24, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 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. 0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Quail eggs over cut mango in reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Oven cleaner in handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks at Sushi bar. Operator provided at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink at Sushi bar furthest from sushi bar entrance.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk box of Togo plates on floor in hallway near kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on handwash sink at Sushi bar.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk tempura.
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.