HOKKAIDO JAPANESE HIBACHI & SUSHI
1960 NW COURTYARD CIRCLE, Port St Lucie FL 34986 · 772-486-2631
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
APR 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
1 Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. On top of dish machine. Operator removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015051804 | Nov 17, 2015 | Dec 11, 2015 | $600 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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1 Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. On top of dish machine. Operator removed.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. For eggs. Removed.
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. 2 hours out per staff for cooked white rice found near prep area.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Bar sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher at sushi counter. Removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar sinks.
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. Michael.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to rice hot holding.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Manager filled out.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received time/temperature control for safety food. Education provided.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Per staff, was shut off at sink due to ceiling leak. Operator is working on turning back on water.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl for raw chicken.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sushi area.
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Leftover drink holders at bar sink. Manager removed.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box. Manager removed.
Light not functioning. 3 under hood.
Open dumpster lid.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Knife in sink sushi hand washing sink. Employee removed.
No test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For high temp dish machine.
Some 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/ L.L, D.L, S.T, C.Z. all expired 7/25.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil and bag in a box.
Light not functioning. 3 under hood.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Raw mushrooms and broccoli cut no wash. Education provided to Manager and staff. Produce was washed in prep sink.
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Manager paid during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multi surface spray handing off rack next to single service foam articles. Manager removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Paper towels inside sink at bar. Manager removed.
No high temp temp test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager printed current license.
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box found on floor at bar. Manager fixed.
Light not functioning. 3 light bulbs under hood.
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed one side. Unable to close other side.
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon and sponge. Manager removed. Bar sink has trash debris. Manager corrected.
No test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For high temp dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Above dish machine.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed.
Light not functioning. 3 light bulbs. Manager stated it is an electrical problem.
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues/ food debris. In the interior of 2 door standing reach in cooler. Employee cleaned.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back wall of mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk corn starch. Manager labeled.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used for mushrooms. Recommend to use Bounty brand paper towels because they are food grade. Employee removed and changed paper towels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical bottle next to single serve container.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Trash debris found in sink at bar.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. R.C.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2024 displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Multiple employee items found next to food items and plates.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Salt and sauce.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives stores between handsink and ice bin.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temp at 126f.
Light not functioning. 3 bulbs out under hood system.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sushi bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Floor in walk in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks found in cooler. Recommend to place in a container with employee sign. Manager removed and placed in designated employee area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Back wall of mop sink area.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon over washed vegetables raw beef over zucchini
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. massiago 62f cold holding less than 1 hour. Manager placed in ice water
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher stored in sink at sushi bar
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Meat cooler on prep line
Oct 16, 2023Inspection 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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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Next to reach in cooler. In bar area under each sink. In kitchen under sink. Operator removed.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook handled raw chicken, then handled raw shrimp, then washed hands with gloves on. Manager corrected.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Manager will ask eco lab for test strips.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table with soup.
Floor drains are heavily soiled.
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.