HOSHI HIBACHI & SUSHI
4741 S ORANGE AVE, Orlando FL 32806 · 407-962-9905
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst 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. Provided form
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 18 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to lined bottom of cooked chicken and cooked shrimp in cooler Wiping cloth top cover for dumplings in chest freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cut carrots cooler at cook line Raw fish over krab stick mix in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sharpening stones stored in hand sink at beginning of cookline front counter Cook fill container with water from hand sink at cook line
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. All sushi items on menu not identified as raw. Consumer advisory but no Asterisk next to each item
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink entrance to cook line
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks not secured in back prep area
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile by hot water heater in back area
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drinks at griddle at front cook line
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table at front cook line
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of soy sauce on floor at front counter
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in chest freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice bin at soda station
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen fish thawing at room temperature at cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning mix, flour, sugar containers
Jan 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Next to new hood system at front counter
Jan 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility added hood system at front counter. An additional hand wash sink at front counter and dishwasher next to 3 compartment sink inside the kitchen area
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling tile missing. Next to new hood system at front counter
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 00ppm chlorine
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. New hand wash sink at front counter
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility added hood system at front counter. An additional hand wash sink at front counter and dishwasher next to 3 compartment sink inside the kitchen area
No soap provided at handwash sink. New hand wash sink at front counter
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling tile missing. Next to new hood system at front counter
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Both reach in coolers at front counter
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Provided form
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink front counter Hand sink in back prep area
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. Provided form
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical bottle in back prep area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used as scoop in dry yeast and powder sugar container
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male staff
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Employee only washed and rinsed equipment. Sanitizer compartment at sink not set up. Corrective action taken. Set up sanitizer and re wash equipment
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water in reach in cooler at front counter in water at 37f
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic forks and spoons for customers
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black debris on wall at 3 bay sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizing bucket stored on floor under 3 compartment
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Powder sugar containers
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.