Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City
Last inspected:
732 W 23 St, Panama City, FL 32405FINS Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City has accumulated 173 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety inspections documented two violations, including a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone and a marked exit path that was blocked. Two disciplinary actions resulted in $1,200 in fines. The facility's most recent inspections in 2025 show persistently high violation counts with 13 violations each.
Most recent closure: July 15, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Comparison to Bay County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Bay County Avg
3.13
violations / inspection
3.13 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Bay County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Emergency Closure History (1)
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2020038156 | $800.00 | Jul 15, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2019014960 | $400.00 | Mar 16, 2019 | Orlando |
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. K class by back door in recharge zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 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· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 6 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City last inspected?
- Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City last shut down?
- Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City was last shut down on July 15, 2020 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 Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City had?
- Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City find?
- Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City was most recently inspected on December 22, 2025 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City ever been shut down?
- Yes, Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City 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 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.
- 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.
- Has Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City been fined?
- Fins Japanese Sushi & Grill in Panama City has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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