Otsuka Ramen in Tampa

Last inspected:

6800 N Dale Mabry Hwy #190, Tampa, FL 33614
Overview

Otsuka Ramen in Tampa averaged 7.8 violations per inspection across 26 inspections since November 2022, notably above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations were cited in 11 of the most recent 6 inspections, with recurring findings in employee health policy (cited in 5 inspections), proper hand and arm washing (4 inspections), shell stock requirements (4 inspections), food contact surfaces (3 inspections), and management awareness (3 consecutive inspections in 2025). The most recent inspection on December 9, 2025 identified 3 violations including an intermediate management awareness violation and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, marking an escalation from the previous October inspection which documented 30 violations including 4 high-priority findings across management awareness, shell stock requirements, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory. A fire safety violation was documented on December 6, 2017 for a missing portable fire extinguisher.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
209Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Otsuka Ramen in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Otsuka Ramen in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. On ledge at front counter.

Otsuka Ramen in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections15 violations · 10 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· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

Otsuka Ramen in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Otsuka Ramen in Tampa last inspected?
Otsuka Ramen in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Otsuka Ramen in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Otsuka Ramen in Tampa are: Shell stock requirements, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Otsuka Ramen in Tampa had?
Otsuka Ramen in Tampa has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Otsuka Ramen in Tampa find?
Otsuka Ramen in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Otsuka Ramen in Tampa ever been shut down?
No, Otsuka Ramen in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
Has Otsuka Ramen in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Otsuka Ramen in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Otsuka Ramen in Tampa operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Angelos Cafe (2017).

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