K POT
8594 PALM PARKWAY, Orlando FL 32836 · 407-717-6151
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed four flying insects in the sushi area, notify Supervisor on duty next unannounced inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025075562 | Oct 14, 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile and concrete near the floor drain holding water in dishmachine room.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed stainless steel floor peeling up inside walk in freezer.
Jul 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed three flying insects in the dishmachine room one in the back kitchen near trash can soup area. Notify supervisor on duty next unannounced inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperatures kimchi 44°f, seaweed salad 44°f tofu 46 F, bean sprouts 48F, pork belly 46F stored in the top panel of reach in cooler less than 4 hours recommend to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked miso soup 117f°f on the cook line, must maintain 135°f for hot holding.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board has white residue left on the surface.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels provided for hand wash sink located in the prep kitchen.
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. Observed two drinking cup on the top counter located in the dish machine room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile and concrete near the floor drain holding water in dishmachine room.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed stainless steel floor peeling up inside walk in freezer.
Food stored in undrained ice. Observed several items stored in undrained ice on top panel reach in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed scoop laying on the ice inside ice machine.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on the bottom reach in cooler located in the soup area.
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb attached missing vacuum breaker on the pipe.
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Observed employee scooping ice while wearing finger polish, spoke to employee place gloves on at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting boards soiled must be replaced or resurface located in the back prep kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone and back pack stored on bags of rice.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle, not smooth or easily cleanable surface Spoke to Manager at time of inspection. 5-501.11 FC: An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. Observed no trash can located by hand wash sink near soup pot cook line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on the bottom of reach in cooler in the bar area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe on the faucet used for prep sink.
Oct 15, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside back door.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Oct 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 29 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority6 Intermediate17 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container for beef
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature Raw chicken raw beef next to each other touching walk in cooler
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. Raw chicken over raw salmon on speed rack in walk in freezer not in original container
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 37 rodent droppings in kitchen in corner in sushi area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours moved to walk in cooler rice noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); bochoy (51F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored next to cutting boards
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food processor Inside cooler under slicer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hose and scrub pad stored inside
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink across from soup base
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Kimchi
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner in plastic containers
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead large insects on premises 40 in light shields in kitchen 5 in light shields in dishwasher area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items next to sliverware
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food watch
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside back door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water throughout kitchen
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce in prep area Food walk in cooler
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. MSG
Light not functioning throughout kitchen
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kpot curtains soiled Prep table across from soup pots Exterior rice cooker
Open dumpster lid.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles on floor
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. MSG
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed four flying insects in the sushi area, notify Supervisor on duty next unannounced inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked tofu 44°f stored inside reach in cooler on the top panel less than 4 hours quick chill product.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed greasy cardboard on the storage shelves located in the dishwasher area.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed four fly sticky tape used for insects stored in the preparation area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container in sushi rice container must use a scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored inside standing water near rice warmer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed terrible accumulation dripping from the hood system underneath fire suppression system
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitize bucket stored on the floor in the food prep kitchen.
Observed area around electrical outlet exposed in the dining room at the table used for induction hot pot burners. For reporting purposes
Apr 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed terrible grease accumulation dripping from the hood system underneath fire suppression system.
Apr 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 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. Checked dishmachine 0 ppm chlorine final rinse Sanitize not working properly, dish machine company notify found out sanitizer has leak. Recommend to use wash,rinse and sanitize 3 compartment sink until dishmachine repaired.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current restaurant license expired 4/1/2025 Spoke with Manager.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed whole shell eggs stored above pork dumplings inside reach in cooler cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature of tofu 46°f, bean sprouts 48°f stored in the reach in cooler less 4 hours spoke to kitchen recommend to quick chill product in walk in freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green and red cutting boards soiled has black discoloration on the surface, recommend to replace or resurface.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed transport cart stored in front of hand wash sink on cook line.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler 55°f on the thermometer not working properly, refrigeration service notify.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed several bags stored on transport cart in the Dishmachine room.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the kitchen floor throughout.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed two fly sticky tape hanging above bulk rice containers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth underneath cutting boards
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed terrible grease accumulation dripping from the hood system underneath fire suppression system.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed two water hoses stored below the rim inside sinks.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Checked temperature miso soup 115°f stored on the stove must reheat to miso to 165°f
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer and blender has old food debris left on the surface.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two carts stored in front of hand wash sink located on the cook line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scoop stored inside hand sink located across from cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand sink no paper towels provided located next to,3 compartment sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap provided for hand wash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two bottles of water stored on shelves in the kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water throughout the kitchen floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed bulk container of rice scoop laying inside with handle not above top of food.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease dripping down from the hood filters underneath fire suppression system (cook line) Recommend to have hood system cleaned.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe underneath hand wash sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk containers of flour not labeled stored underneath the counter.
Apr 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw chicken no longer in commercial packaging stored above ice cream in walk-in freezer, operator relocated ice cream
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken wings stored above raw oysters in walk-in cooler, operator reorganized walk-in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -mushroom soup 125F-133F, per operator hot held on stove less than 2 hours, employee turned up heat on stove to rapidly reheat
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -green hose next to handwash sink, operator installed vacuum breaker
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 tested exceeding 200ppm, operator diluted with water, retested 100ppm
Clam tags not marked with last date served, operator dated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside soda nozzles in bar area soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink across from rice pots used to store sponge and steel wool, operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink at entrance to kitchen, operator refilled
No tag on/for original container of raw oysters, only oysters in restaurant are on buffet.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -degreaser spray bottle lacking label, operator labeled
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -stainless steel pans on shelf, operator relocated
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor in front of walk-in freezer
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -buckets of sauce on floor in walk-in cooler, operator relocated -raw octopus stored on floor in walk-in freezer, operator relocated
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice scoop handle in ice bin in bar area, employee removed
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -scoop handle in contact with rice, operator removed
Open dumpster lids.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed lemons stored above cooked rice in walk-in cooler, operator reorganized walk-in cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breakers missing at hose bibbs throughout the establishment.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Ice machine filters.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Containers of seafood in walk in freezer.
Holes in ceiling throughout the establishment.
Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Dishwashing area.
Meat Walk-in cooler shelves and prep table with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 4, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Bar dishmachine and kitchen dishmachine.
Vacuum breakers missing at hose bibbs throughout the establishment.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Ice machine filters.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Containers of seafood in walk in freezer.
Holes in ceiling throughout the establishment.
Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Dishwashing area.
Meat Walk-in cooler shelves and prep table with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate12 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Bar dishmachine and kitchen dishmachine.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.Open package of raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in walk in cooler.
Sink and surface sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.Operator used chlorine instead.Afterwards,100 ppm.
Vacuum breakers missing at hose bibbs throughout the establishment.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has food residue. Can opener is soiled. Cutting boards stained throughout the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at the warewashing machine.Chlorine strips.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No tag available for oysters.There are only oysters at the buffet line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Kim chi.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Degreaser on side of cart.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Ice machine filters.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Corn starch.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.Broken tiles in the back line area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.Containers of seafood in walk in freezer.
Holes in ceiling throughout the establishment.
Lights in warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Dishwashing area.
Meat Walk-in cooler shelves and prep table with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Side of vegetable walk in cooler door is soiled. Grease build under hood suppression system. Top of reach in cooler at bar area. Residue build up on handwash sink at bar. Caulking by dishwashing area has a build up of black like substance. Soda gun holster is soiled.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of back door.
Water draining onto floor surface from the dishmachine onto a grate on the floor.
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.