JIN JU KOREAN GRILL & SUSHI
2700 34 ST N, Saint Petersburg FL 33713 · 727-592-1400
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found one live fly observed behind the sushi counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022060058 | Dec 9, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially packaged ROP tuna observed thawed at sushi counter still inside plastic despite printed instructions to remove from packaging prior to thawing.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Commercially packaged ROP tuna observed thawed at sushi counter still inside plastic despite printed instructions to remove from packaging prior to thawing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside both walk-in freezer and reach-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Employee removed for cleaning.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Located on table next to hand wash sink at cook line
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine at front bar with mold like substance
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in flour container. Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef observed thawing at room temp. Operator moved to refrigeration
Dec 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 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. Dish machine tested at 0PPM. Operator attempted to prime unit, however was unable to achieve 50 ppm. Discussed with operator to utilize three compartment sink until repaired.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine at front bar with mold like substance
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in flour container. Operator removed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator replaced water with hot water at 174F.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef observed thawing at room temp. Operator moved to refrigeration
Jun 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found one live fly observed behind the sushi counter.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw tuna stored over unwashed produce in rear walk in cooler. Employee relocated.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Exterior faucet with dual head has only one vacuum breaker. Discussed with operator to place another at the faucet without.
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Three compartment sink tested at improper ppm. Operator stated test strips are on site. Sanitizer was then corrected to proper ppm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Roe in the sushi bar front counter not date marked with the date it was thawed. Date marking observed for the date it was frozen. Explained to operator to date mark with the date the items are thawed. Operator corrected.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine behind front bar observed with black mold like substance
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator had license stored in a folder. Discussed with operator to display.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in front of cook line in kitchen with old food residue.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups stored on floor behind front bar next to ice machine.
Stored food not covered. Raw bacon wrapped scallops located in rear walk in cooler stored uncovered. Employee corrected.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sushi fish observed behind the sushi counter improperly thawing. Discussed thawing techniques with manager and employee moved the frozen items into the walk in to thaw.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in located in rear exterior walk in.
Jan 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. 3 runs on dishwasher machine 0 ppm chlorine. 3 compartment sink was already set up with 50 ppm chlorine
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken in zip lock bags over beef on shelf in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Container of shrimp in standing water on shelf in kitchen
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Two water hoses connected to water faucet at rear of kitchen without vacuum breakers.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of plastic containers on shelf near dishmachine.
May 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Two water hoses connected to water faucet at rear of kitchen without vacuum breakers.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Three unlabeled spray bottles in front counter area. Operator labeled spray bottles.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food stored on floor. 5 gallon bucket of tuna is stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Operator removed item from floor.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Establishment mop sink is not curbed on all sides.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of plastic containers on shelf near dishmachine.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Reading 0ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator primed machine. Re tested 50ppm
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing pans in three-compartment sink then storing them on shelf without sanitizing equipment. Discussed with operator proper warewashing procedures. Employee removed pans rewashed and sanitized.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves on hands, storing boxes in walk-in cooler, then return to kitchen and begin preparing plates, touching raw meats without discarding gloves and washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed operator washing thermometer in hand wash sink on cooks line.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Cold smoked salmon not identified on menu as being served undercooked. Operator placed an asterisk beside item on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Spray bottle on cart at rear exit of kitchen containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs from door.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Plastic containers on shelf in warewashing area.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of single-service containers on shelf in kitchen.
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.