“Regarding the video, the movement observed in the fish may result from natural elasticity or the pressure of chopsticks when applied to its structure,” the post read. “We want to assure our customers that this is not indicative of worms or any health concerns.”

Popular sushi chain FOB Sushi Bar has temporarily closed its Seattle and Bellevue locations after a viral review by influencer Keith Lee sparked concerns about food safety. Three days later, co-owner Vincent Chen told King 5 that Lee’s review was “the best thing that’s ever happened to me,

Fob Sushi Bar has temporarily closed its Seattle-area locations following food safety concerns. This decision comes after fans of popular TikTok food critic Keith Lee spotted a worm moving in a piece of sushi in a video he shared from his visit to the Bellevue location.

During his recent food tour in the city, Lee visited FOB Sushi Bar, which he said was “one of the most recommended places” to try. The sushi joint serves sushi by the pound and offers over 30 sushi and nigiri varieties.

Seattle's FOB Sushi Bars temporarily shut down after TikTok-famous food critic Keith Lee's video led to "worm" allegations. The whole controversy, explained.

"I can't confirm or deny what it was, but I can confirm I am okay," Lee said in a follow-up TikTok clip after fans voiced their concern

Fob Sushi Bar's Seattle outlets have temporarily shuttered after fans of food influencer Keith Lee claimed they saw something wriggling during Lee's video review of the restaurant.