HAWAII GRILL AND SUSHI
4423 13 ST, St. Cloud FL 34769 · 407.593.0078
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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JUL 24
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chicken over pork and salmon reach in upright freezer
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Lining celery in make table at front counter Operator removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw tuna over sauce in reach in cooler under front counter make table Raw chicken over produce in stainless steel reach in cooler Operator moved raw products
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. For sushi rice at front counter - out for 1 hour per operator Operator added time marking
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by dry ingredients inside of sink
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Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Precooked eggs on top shelf of stainless steel reach in cooler
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil cases in kitchen
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several equipment gaskets
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several on cookline at front counter
Aug 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Holding carrots in reach in cooler under make table closest to register
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cucumbers in reach in cooler under make table next to grill Raw salmon over mayonnaise tubs in reach in cooler near entrance to kitchen
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Yuen issued 1-16-20
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For rice in back storage area Emailed operator time plan paperwork
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bowl of breading near dry storage
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in prep area
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach in cooler under make table closest to register
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall near prep table in kitchen
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several on cookline Operator placed in sanitizer bucket
Apr 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cooked shrimp tempura,cut scallions and shredded carrots stored on top of paper towel lined containers throughout facility
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Whole salmon fillet on flat pan stored on top of sauces at reach in cooler in kitchen Raw shrimp stored over cooked rice at reach in cooler in kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by triple sink has miscellaneous items in the sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical in clear bottle under hand washing sink at cooks line
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaged in food prep with hair pulled back but without a hat,hairnet or headband
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of soy sauce stored on floor by register
Stored food not covered. Panko under table by fryers
Apr 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cooked shrimp tempura,cut scallions and shredded carrots stored on top of paper towel lined containers throughout facility
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Whole salmon fillet on flat pan stored on top of sauces at reach in cooler in kitchen Raw shrimp stored over cooked rice at reach in cooler in kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by triple sink has miscellaneous items in the sink
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical in clear bottle under hand washing sink at cooks line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and pens on make table at front counter
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaged in food prep with hair pulled back but without a hat,hairnet or headband
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of soy sauce stored on floor by register
Stored food not covered. Panko under table by fryers
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Salmon and green onions stored in containers lined with paper towels at front line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by triple sink has miscellaneous items in the sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellowish chemical in spray bottle not labeled at front line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave by back door
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cornstarch in containers not labeled at front counter
Jan 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. 2 bottles of medicine (advil and another med) on shelf over hot pots in kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink at 3 bin sink area blocked with items in sink basin.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Had employee date and sign while on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwash sink at 3 bin sink area heavily soiled including sink basin and surrounding area. Various shelving throughout facility heavily soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in all units heavily soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall at rear kitchen prep area heavily soiled. Wall at handwash sinks heavily soiled.
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Chicken over pork and salmon reach in upright freezer
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine 400+. Corrected to 75 ppm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cups stored in sink by triple sink
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used in tempura powder
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current
Food stored on floor. Frying oil
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of 2 door reach in cooler
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Vegetable sushi cooler
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