Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon

Last inspected:

2020 Badlands Dr, Brandon, FL 33511
Overview

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill has been emergency-closed once, on September 4, 2018, for roach activity. Across 29 inspections from August 2022 to November 2025, the facility accumulated 199 violations, averaging 6.9 per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting appeared in the most recent inspection (November 2025), food contact surface violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations appeared in multiple inspections, and allergen awareness violations were documented in 3 separate inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The November 13, 2025 inspection documented 24 violations including high-priority citations for employee health reporting (twice), chemical storage, and allergen awareness, though the inspection was completed with no further action required. The January 27, 2025 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued disposition after identifying high-priority violations in management awareness, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory requirements.

Most recent closure: September 4, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
199Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 6.9 violations / inspection 6.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 12:48:00

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2018050743 $400.00 Sep 4, 2018 Fort Lauderdale

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon last inspected?
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 13, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon last shut down?
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon was last shut down on September 4, 2018 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon?
The most frequently cited violations at Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Time as control.
How many health inspections has Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon had?
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon find?
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon was most recently inspected on November 13, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon ever been shut down?
Yes, Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
Has Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon been fined?
Tsunami Sushi and Hibachi Grill in Brandon has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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