Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills
Last inspected:
5709 6 St, Zephyrhills, FL 33542Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills has been inspected 25 times on record with 89 total violations, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. One disciplinary action resulted in $160 in fines. Food contact surface violations have been cited repeatedly across inspections, appearing in 15 of the most recent 8 inspections alone. Hand washing and consumer advisory violations also recur frequently. The facility received a Warning on January 9, 2025 after an inspection found employee health reporting and hand washing violations. Most recent inspections show improvement: a September 4, 2025 inspection that recommended an admin complaint was followed by a September 18, 2025 inspection where the facility complied and received no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024022349 | $160.00 | Jan 24, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 7 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills last inspected?
- Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills?
- The most frequently cited violations at Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills had?
- Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills find?
- Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills ever been shut down?
- No, Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills been fined?
- Little Ninja Thai Japanese Food and Cafe in Zephyrhills has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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).
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