GOICHI'S SUSHI CAFE
4563 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota FL 34233 · 941.342.7711
Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.Observed ants in sugar container. Operator discarded sugar with ants.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023059300 | Oct 19, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soiled mixer head and shield.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed coving missing from walkin cooler door to corner.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape on sushi cooler lid.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed damaged floor tile throughout kitchen.
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezers.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Mar 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding salmon 47F, cold holding 48F, noodle 47F, krab 45F. Operator moved to reach in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Observed soiled mixer head and shield.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed hand sink in back of kitchen blocked by table. Operator corrected by moving table.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed coving missing from walkin cooler door to corner.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape on sushi cooler lid.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed damaged floor tile throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezers.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled bulk flour bin lid. Observed soiled bottom of glass door reach in cooler and double door reach in cooler that is not working.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed raid spray under front counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked noodles in reach in cooler in rear of building. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Observed food debris in hand washing sink.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles not smooth and easily cleanable in preparation areas.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Observed coving pulling away from wall behind bulk food bins and near triple sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile floor in disrepair throughout kitchen and preparation area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in rear chest freezers.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled container on top of ice machine.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster with plaza.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled bulk salt and flour bin lids.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests.Observed ants in sugar container. Operator discarded sugar with ants.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed in sushi top coolers sushi reach in cooler salmon 47F, cream cheese 48F. Operator relocated to freezer chest.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed bulk bins of sugar, salt etc... soiled with debris on lids.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout preparation and storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed on shared dumpster with plaza.
Nov 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed quaternary sanitation bucket at 100ppm, operator corrected to 300ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed shrimp and cooked broccoli hot holding at 112F. Operator corrected and rechecked later at 140F.
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/ Observed Giochi Matsumoto expired 11/4/24. No other certified manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed 3 bulk bins outside of dry storage with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed ceiling tile towards back of preparation area with an approximately 1' hole.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cut marks on white cutting board on top of first reach in cooler top.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.Observed food debris inside microwave on cook line. Operator cleaned.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed sanitation bucket with solution cloudy and food particles floating. Operator changed solution.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed 3 spray bottles unlabeled by triple sink area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Food stored on floor.Observed in walkin cooler used as dry storage, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger buckets stored on floor. Operator corrected by removing. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.Observed damaged interior lid in chest freezer.
Dec 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed floor tiles missing and damaged in area around triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Observed garbage on ground behind shared dumpster.
Dec 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Observed black substance on vent above rear reachin cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 3 damaged tiles by triple sink and 2 just outside triple sink area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Observed garbage around dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Oct 20, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of front reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed floor tiles missing and damaged in area around triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Observed garbage on ground behind shared dumpster.
Oct 19, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found.Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings in rear Hand wash sink and approx 6 rodent droppings on top of sauce bucket.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed shrimp Hot Holding at 107F for approximately 20 minutes. Operator reheated to 165F
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Observed box and food bucket blocking Hand wash sink in rear of preparation kitchen. Operator corrected by removing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at rear Hand wash sink. Operator added paper towels.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on top of front reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Drain cover(s) missing.Observed drain cover missing in front of triple sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed floor tiles missing and damaged in area around triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Food stored on floor.Observed 5 gallon soy container on floor by threat Hand wash sink. Operator removed.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.Observed garbage on ground behind shared dumpster.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.