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HONG KONG TOKYO

19531 SHERIDAN ST, Fort Lauderdale FL 33332 · 954.689.8721

Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceNOS1620127
Grade history
MAR 24
NOV 24
APR 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025057546Jul 15, 2025Sep 4, 2025$200

Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed tempura chicken 107F@ 12:20 cooling since 12:00 rechecked 97F @12:45 in cover container in walk-in cooler. At this rate will not cool from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees in 2 hours. Operator uncovered
High priority/03D-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean spouts (44-47F - Cold Holding) in plastic bucket out at room temperature per operator held out of temperature less than 30 minutes. Not portion or prepared today. Operator placed in lower flip top cooler. Observed fresh garlic and oil (56-61F - Cold Holding) sitting on cook line at room temperature per operator held out of temperature less than 30 minutes. Operator placed in cooler. Not portion or prepared today
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container stored inside hand washing sink. Rear kitchen
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed black mold like substance on bathroom wall.
Basic/32-07-5
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in freezer door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Basic/14-05-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind and next to freezer chest.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of soy sauce stored on kitchen floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior surface of reach in freezer soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Basic/23-03-4
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of diced onions and sliced cabbage not covered in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket.
Basic/42-01-4
The state's own report →
Sep 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at chest freezer - raw chicken (commercially packaged) stored over cooked and portioned pork. Operator stored correctly. Observed at reach in freezer - raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator stored correctly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Observed at chest freezer - raw beef (not commercially packaged) stored over cooked and portioned pork (not commercial packaged) Operator stored correctly. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on counter top - container of Krab (76F - Cold Holding) as per operator item left outside to prepared salad later. Item not portioned or prepared today. Operator stored item in walk in cooler. Observed at triple sink - shrimp thawing (59F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Item not portioned or prepared today.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Observed at flip top cooler - raw beef (57F - Cold Holding) as per operator item not portioned or prepared today. As per operator item transferred from walk in cooler 3 hours prior to inspection. Operator stored item in walk in cooler. Admin Complaint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under wok grill - accumulation of grease and debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Same Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed by triple sink - boxes of oil stored directly on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · SameTime Extended Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in kitchen.
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Same Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler handles with slime.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Same Time Extended
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at chest freezer - raw chicken (commercially packaged) stored over cooked and portioned pork. Operator stored correctly. Observed at reach in freezer - raw chicken stored over cooked chicken. Operator stored correctly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on counter top - container of Krab (76F - Cold Holding) as per operator item left outside to prepared salad later. Item not portioned or prepared today. Operator stored item in walk in cooler. Observed at triple sink - shrimp thawing (59F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Item not portioned or prepared today.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cart in front of grill - fresh garlic oil (86F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. Operator stored item in cooler.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in kitchen - 3 rice pots soiled with debris and buildup.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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. Observed on employee engaged in food preparation without expired training.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on prepping counter - cup of orange juice and cup of iced coffee. Operator stored correctly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under wok grill - accumulation of grease and debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed by triple sink - boxes of oil stored directly on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in kitchen.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler handles with slime.
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing at room temperature - shrimp thawing (59F - Cold Holding). As per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator stored item in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Apr 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed at walk in cooler - bone in ribs and diced ribs stored in supermarket style bags.
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid spray cans stored under front counter.
High priority/41-05-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in cook line - cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); diced pork (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes, items not portioned or prepared today. Operator placed item in walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at rear or establishment- handwashing sink used for storing, evident by bottle of beach and plastic container in sink. Operator stored correctly.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at rear of establishment - no paper towels. Operator provided item.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at rear of establishment - no soap. Operator provided item.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at coolers in cook line.
Basic/23-24-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at flip top cooler in cook line.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce stored directly on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at cook line -warmer oven soiled with grease -outside of flip top coolers soiled with grease -outside of rice makers soiled with grease
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nov 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed at steam table in kitchen - containers of soups (egg soup, wonton soup) without lids.
High priority/08B-02-4
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed at walk in cooler - cooked ribs stored in super market style plastic bag
High priority/14-15-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler across from main grill - pork dumpling (52F - Cold Holding); cooked ribs (50F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Items held out of temperature approximately 2 hours, operator placed in another cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink outside.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink near triple sink used for storage, evident by plastic containers.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at restroom.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at restroom.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler - sweet and sour chicken without date mark. As per operator, item prepared 48 hours prior to inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Bathroom facility not clean. Soiled toilet, sink, floor and walls
Basic/32-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout kitchen - outside of rice makers - outside of containers of dry goods - coolers handles.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed in triple sink - pork ribs (31F) thawing at room temperature
Basic/06-01-5
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed at triple sink - shrimp (38F)
Basic/06-08-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen and restroom.
Basic/36-27-5
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Grocery bag used to hold pork ribs, inside walk in cooler, employee removed ribs and placed on clear ziplock bag
High priority/14-15-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm), employee made new solution, chlorine sanitizer at 50 ppm.
High priority/41-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Poster emailed to operator
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Bathroom facility not clean. Employee's bathroom- soiled toilet, hand wash sink and floor.
Basic/32-07-4
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Two large cardboard used on top of long chest freezer, to prep food. Employee removed.
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Not available at the establishment.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Steam table, bowl of employee food between customers soups. Employee removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Floor oven, build up of grease and food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -fryer filters -hood filters along the cook line. -under storage shelf in cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom shelf.
Basic/22-16-4
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator touched soiled surfaces at front counter, then proceeded to touch clean tongs to served white rice, without washing hands. Educated operator of proper hand washing procedures. Operator washed hands.
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat corn, and vegetables. Operator removed.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email-Provided written procedures to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed fryer equipment soiled with food debris at kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing at dishwasher blocked with soy sauce containers. Operator move the containers to a shelf.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed container of cooked chicken, cooked beef, cooked pork, cooked ribs not date marked. Per- operator items prepared more than 24 hour. Operator date marked items.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed cardboard used on floor as anti-slip heavily soiled.
Basic/36-06-4/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing At bathroom.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches at the bathroom. Operator clean up roaches and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the whole kitchen floor soiled and accumulated of debris.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed several soy sauce containers stored on floor. Operator move container on a shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At kitchen
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At kitchen
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed oil stored not covered at dry storage. Operator cover container.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall over the whole kitchen soiled and with food debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning

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.