Sushi Tu
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Sushi Tu 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 18, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
“Hole in or other damage to wall” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Sushi Tu's latest score of 86 sits above the Clearwater average of 79. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Water draining from dishwasher unit onto floor.
29-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Cove tile front left of dish washer and back left of dishwasher.
36-24-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dish area.
36-22-4
86
Jun 4, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm.
22-41-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Mop sink.
29-03-4
82
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm, changed container now 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with blue liquid not labeled.
41-17-4
78
Feb 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Tu Sourivongs 1/15/18 expired. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: Tu Sourivongs 1/15/18. Operator has not renewed his manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Left bottom of dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Right side of fryer, black cart. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rusted top of chest freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer- chest freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-09: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
74
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Tu Sourivongs 1/15/18 expired. **Repeat Violation**
53A-03-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Rusted top of chest freezer.
14-11-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Left bottom of dish machine.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer- chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over three compartment sink.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Right side of fryer, black cart.
23-03-4
70
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Jun 20, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. 8 oz of sushi rice left over in front area from last night.
03F-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 8 oz of sushi rice left over in front area from last night.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front hand sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Tu Sourivongs 1/15/18
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters. Side of fryer. Under microwave.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen shrimp laying in sink no running water.
06-01-5
43
Dec 7, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil stored on floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Personal items-purse and makeup stored on dry storage rack.
40-01-4
90
Jul 12, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Tu last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Tu on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Tu?
Across the inspection record, “hole in or other damage to wall” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sushi Tu.
How does Sushi Tu compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Sushi Tu most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Sushi Tu's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushi Tu have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sushi Tu means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sushi Tu inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Tu is inspected around three times per year on average.
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