Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
33
Score
Across the available record, Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to eight violations.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Tallahassee facility scores 88, putting Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
4
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Make bar- breaded cooked chicken 47F (11:00-3:30).
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make bar- breaded cooked chicken 47F (11:00-3:30). See stop sale.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary 500 ppm. Employee corrected solution to 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quaternary 500 ppm. Employee corrected solution to 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. 3 compartment sink and Sani buckets quaternary solution 500 ppm.
16-33-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in make bar and walk in cooler cold holding units.
05-09-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Odors near customer bathrooms and employee bathroom.
36-64-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Spring rolls and dumplings stored in deep freezer not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Vacume sealed bags of fish not labeled on top door shelf of upright freezer.
02D-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface under rice in cookers on cook line.
21-05-5
33
Jun 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee held and drank water from personal container, then continued preparing food on grill without washing hands and changing gloves. Employee washed hands and put new gloves on. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper Towel Dispenser next to Kenmore cooler
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle contains liquid identified as Grill cleaner Spray bottle containing liquid identified as chlorine sanitizer Both spray bottles found on rack next to prep table. Operator labeled spray bottles. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drinking water stored on top of prep table. Operator removed item **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Wall across from Wok Wall behind 3 Compartment sink
36-27-5
52
Sep 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pasta 51F covered in deep container at walk in cooler. Per manager cooked and cooling since yesterday. See stop sale. Observed raw beef 53F at 2:00, ambient cooling since 1:00, down to 51F at 3:00. Improper cooling rate, large amount of beef cooling in deep container not allowing proper cooling. Manager stored in shallow container and iced beef during inspection.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tofu and cooked pasta.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple food items held above 41F in the following locations: Cook Line Reach in Cooler at 2:30: beef 50F, tofu 48F, Per manager tofu held since yesterday. See stop sale. Beef held since 11:00. Cook Line Make Table at 2:30: beef 45F, raw chicken 45F, pasta 47F. Per manager food items transferred from walk in cooler at 2:15. Manager iced food items during inspection. New temperatures at 3:00: Cook Line Reach in Cooler: beef 42F, Cook Line Make Table: beef 40F, raw chicken 41F, pasta 40F
03A-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on walk in cooler door handle.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling leaking water at prep and storage areas. No apparent contamination observed.
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed food service license expired 06-01-24. Provided operator with self print license instructions via email during inspection.
50-09-4
55
Jun 3, 2024
Complaint Partial
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide hot or cold water.
27-05-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's room.
32-04-4
78
Feb 8, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink Quaternary 500+ppm. Manager diluted sanitizer solution to Quaternary 400ppm during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-43-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed knife and wire sponges inside hand wash sink in prep area. Manager removed items from hand wash sink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign displayed at hand wash sink at prep area. Provided manager with hand wash sign during inspection.
31B-04-4
74
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink Quaternary 500+ ppm. Manager corrected sanitizer solution to Quaternary 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed general two chicken 46F in make table at kitchen area at 1:00. Per manager make table was left open during lunch. Manager closed make table and placed bag of ice on chicken. New temperature at 2:00: 42F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed whisks stored in bin under paper towel dispenser at hand wash station in kitchen area. Manager removed whisks from under paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license 06-01-23 displayed in common area.
50-09-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water handle inoperable at hand-wash station in prep area.
29-08-4
64
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Oct 5, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee.
How does Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 88.
Has Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Roboto Tokyo Grill Tennessee is inspected around two times per year on average.
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