Osaka Express INC in Lutz

Last inspected:

18855 Sr 54, Lutz, FL 33558
Overview

Osaka Express Inc in Lutz has accumulated 195 violations across 27 inspections since 2018, averaging 7.2 violations per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated enforcement: inspectors issued warnings in 2023, 2024, and 2025, with follow-up compliance checks required within days. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, food contact surfaces, and clean multi-use utensils.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

30Inspections
213Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Osaka Express INC in Lutz: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 7.1 violations / inspection 7.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.68 violations / inspection 5.68 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Osaka Express INC in Lutz: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections65 violations · 47 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Osaka Express INC in Lutz: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Osaka Express INC in Lutz last inspected?
Osaka Express INC in Lutz was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 21, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Osaka Express INC in Lutz?
The most frequently cited violations at Osaka Express INC in Lutz are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Osaka Express INC in Lutz had?
Osaka Express INC in Lutz has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Osaka Express INC in Lutz find?
Osaka Express INC in Lutz was most recently inspected on August 21, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Osaka Express INC in Lutz ever been shut down?
No, Osaka Express INC in Lutz has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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