Seattle Sushi Chain Temporarily Closes After Viral Food Safety Concerns

FOB Sushi Bar shuts down its Seattle and Bellevue locations following allegations of a potential worm in sashimi highlighted in a TikTok review by Keith Lee.

TikTok food critic Keith Lee posted a review of FOB Sushi Bar, praising its buffet-style sushi and rating a piece of hamachi sashimi 8.5 out of 10.
Viewers of Lee's video pointed out apparent movement in the fish, with some speculating it could be a worm, leading to widespread concern online.
FOB Sushi Bar denied the allegations, attributing the movement to natural elasticity of the fish and pressure from chopsticks, and emphasized its adherence to FDA safety standards.
The restaurant temporarily closed its Seattle and Bellevue locations to conduct a thorough investigation and address public food safety concerns.
Local health authorities attempted to inspect the restaurant but found it closed; they plan to follow up on food safety compliance.