KATANA COCINA NIKKEI
1952 WESTON RD, Weston FL 33326 · 7869851815
Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2024
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4 inspections trending up, 23 points better than where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - raw chicken stored behind raw fish. Operator stored correctly.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021035728 | Jun 28, 2021 | Sep 9, 2021 | $960 |
| 2--2014050373 | Dec 3, 2014 | Jan 2, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw octopus not commercially packaged stored over sweet potato fries not commercially packaged in reach in freezer. Operator stored correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at sushi station low boy raw salmon stored over spicy mayonnaise. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed chicken quarters (44-45F - Cold Holding) per operator held in walk-in cooler since 06/06/2026 not portion or prepared today.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken quarters (44-45F - Cold Holding) per operator held in walk-in cooler since 06/06/2026 not portion or prepared today see stop sale. Observed in flip top cooler diced tuna (48-50F - Cold Holding) per operator held in unit overnight night not portion or prepared today. See stop sale.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pan stored in handwashing sink next to ice machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior left side.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch on left wrist while preparing food.
Food stored on floor. Plastic bucket of ginger packets stored on walk-in floor.
Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
Apr 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to three compartment sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed left interior side of ice machine with accumulation of black/green mold-like substance
Feb 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork stored over raw calamari in reach in freezer. Operator stored correctly. Observed in top portion of flip top cooler raw chicken stored behind raw beef. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Observed defrosted mahi and salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to three compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 water pitchers in hand washing sink at service station. Operator removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviches and tiraditos not marked as raw.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator had inferred
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed left interior side of ice machine with accumulation of black/green mold-like substance
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. Observed defrosted mahi and salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Right freezer door not fully attached to unit. Kelvinator reach in freezer.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting washed limes with bare hands. As per operator items were being cut for drink garnish. Employee washed hands properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in cooler at sushi bar - raw salmon stored over ready to eat huancaina sauce. Employee stored correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen - raw chicken stored behind raw fish. Operator stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose bib next to triple sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviches and tiraditos not marked as raw.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at front bar.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed can of energy drink stored on prepping table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone stored on prepping counter at front bar. Employee removed item.
Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in freezer - fries and sweet fries not covered. employee covered items.
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach in freezer - Raw beef (not commercially packaged) on top of fries. Operator stored correctly.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 employee on duty without proof of food handlers training.
Nov 8, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate8 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. Observed dishwasher machine at 00ppm after several attempts. Operator set up triple sink.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach in freezer - Raw beef (not commercially packaged) on top of fries. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed shells use as plates and not discarded after use.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cooler in cook line - cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 40 hours - items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cooler in cook line - cooked octopus (46F - Cold Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 40 hours - items not portioned or prepared today. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at handwashing sink next to triple sink. Food debris in sink's drain.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 5 employee on duty without proof of food handlers training.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. As per person in charge. No written plan. Provided person in charge with form.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink next to triple sink additionally at sink at sushi bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine next to cook line.
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. Observed tuna thawing in Reduced oxygen package (29F) operator opened packages for proper thawing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 5 personal drinks stored on prepping table in beverage room. Operator stored correctly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaged in food preparation while wearing wrist watch. Employee removed item.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed rear exit door without handle, hole of approximately 2" in diameters.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of soy oil stored directly on floor at beverage room. Operator stored correctly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen and sushi bar.
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