Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala
Last inspected:
2606 Sw 19 Ave Rd Ste 103, Ocala, FL 34471Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has accumulated 146 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity, most recently in June 2021. The address operated as J Rocks Pizzeria in 2022, when inspectors documented a blocked exit path with pizza boxes and furniture. Samurai has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines, with repeated citations for improper chemical storage and pest control failures.
Most recent closure: June 14, 2021 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
This Facility
5.7
violations / inspection
5.7 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Marion County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021027965 | $800.00 | Jun 14, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2021017117 | $400.00 | Mar 30, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back door closed to office area blocked by pizza boxes, chairs and tables.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala last inspected?
- Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 31, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala last shut down?
- Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala was last shut down on June 14, 2021 for rodent & fly 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 Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala had?
- Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala find?
- Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala was most recently inspected on March 31, 2026 with 18 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 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 Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala been fined?
- Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Samurai Hibachi and Ramen in Ocala operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: J Rocks Pizzeria (2022).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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