Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater

Last inspected:

28775 N Us 19, Clearwater, FL 33761
Overview

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater has averaged 6.2 violations per inspection across 24 inspections since 2016, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on February 5, 2015 for roach activity. High-priority violations have been persistent, with employee health policy violations cited in at least 4 of the last 5 inspections, handwashing facility violations in 3 of the last 5 inspections, and management awareness violations appearing repeatedly. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 18, 2026 identified 15 violations including high-priority citations for management awareness, handwashing facilities, and employee health policy, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: February 5, 2015 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
149Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 6.2 violations / inspection 6.2 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 12:09:00

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2015006133 $400.00 Feb 5, 2015 Fort Lauderdale

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater last inspected?
Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater last shut down?
Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater was last shut down on February 5, 2015 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 Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater?
The most frequently cited violations at Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater had?
Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater find?
Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater ever been shut down?
Yes, Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
Has Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater been fined?
Kobe Japanese Steak House of Clearwater LLC in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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