Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa
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17021 Palm Pointe Dr, Tampa, FL 33647Sushi Masa Premium has had 18 inspections in Tampa since January 2022, accumulating 87 violations—an average of 4.8 per inspection, closely aligned with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have appeared in 9 inspections, with employee health reporting violations cited in at least 5 separate inspections (2023-01-27, 2023-06-13, 2025-07-31, 2026-04-03) and proper hand/arm washing violations appearing in at least 3 inspections (2023-06-13, 2025-07-31, 2026-04-04). Food contact surface violations were cited in consecutive inspections in July and June 2025. A fire safety violation was documented on 2019-02-20 for lack of a current boiler insurance inspector report and boiler certificate. The most recent inspection on April 3, 2026 found 4 violations including high-priority violations for employee health reporting, proper hand/arm washing, and food contact surfaces, with disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: August 21, 2026 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-01-5 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 4 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa last inspected?
- Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa last shut down?
- Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa was last shut down on August 21, 2026 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 Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa had?
- Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa find?
- Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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 Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sushi Masa Premium in Tampa operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Red Lobster #6249 (2019).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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