KIKU SUSHI & GRILL
7338 CORTEZ BLVD, Bradenton FL 34210 · 941-242-2141
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on shelf over raw shell eggs in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved chicken.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025030177 | Mar 18, 2025 | May 8, 2025 | $300 |
| 7--2023041625 | May 30, 2023 | Aug 23, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2022032719 | May 20, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed carrots and raw shell eggs stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. Operator moved them.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over noodles in the cook line cooler. Operator moved the eggs.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed debris buildup on the doors of the dish machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed the sign missing from the right side sushi hand sink.
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Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not inverted I the establishment. Operator inverted them.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw fish over avocados in reach-in cooler in front sushi area. Operator moved fish to bottom of the cooler. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine located between server area and kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas and discarded ice. Priority: Basic
Observed: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bag obtained being used to dispense brown rice in dry storage area. Operator removed container. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry in kitchen. Operator hung wet mop to dry. Priority: Basic
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cabbage in 2 door reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Food stored on floor. Observed pan of chicken on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Operator moved chicken to shelf.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lids open on shared dumpster.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung mop to dry.
Mar 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over bowl of diced vegetables in reach -in cooler on cook line. Operator moved bowl of dived vegetables above chicken.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket of sanitizer on cook line to strong. Operator corrected bucket to 50ppm
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 Vito V and Gill B food handler certification expired.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold on door from kitchen. Observed gap at threshold on exit door in back hall way from dining room.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Manager hung mop.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non-food grade bag being used to store wasabi. Educated operator on food grade bags. Operator removed wasabi and placed in clear wrap.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of room spray next to single serve container in cabinet in dining room. Operator removed the can of room spray and placed in chemical area.
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple containers being used as scoop to dispense food in kitchen. Operator removed all container being used as scoops.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle of ice scoop in ice. Operator removed ice scoop and placed handle above ice.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing drain plug on shared dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no employee must wash hand sign in men's room. Operator stated that it had been stolen and was going to order another one.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open lid on shared dumpster.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at 200ppms. Operator diluted sanitizer solution to 100ppms.
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Employee washed hand in three compartment sink and dried hands on clothes. Employee educated and rewashed hands and used hand towels.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw tuna stored over unwashed and uncut avocados in the reach in cooler on the sushi line. Manager removed the tuna.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Packaged raw tuna 50F stored in the reach in cooler on the sushi line. Manager stated the tuna was left out at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Manager placed the tuna in the walk in freezer to cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner stored next to soy sauce on Sushi line. Operator removed glass cleaner. Cleaning fluid stored next to bottled water in kitchen. Operator removed water.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in utility sink. Educated employee. Employee properly rewashed hands.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths on cutting boards. Operator moved to wiping cloths to sanitizer bucket.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket 10ppm chlorine, operator corrected the sanitizer solution, new reading 100ppm.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Employee handled phone then touched clean equipment. Advised employee to wash hands after touching dirty surface. Employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over washed broccoli in walk in cooler. Operator moved broccoli.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on shelf over raw shell eggs in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved chicken.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw shrimp then clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands. Employee removed utensils to be sanitized and washed hands then put on new gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed imitation crab meat on counter of sushi bar at 48F. Operator stated imitation crab had been on counter approximately 30min. Operator placed imitation crab into refrigerator.
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 copy to operator. Operator signed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on sushi line no longer cleanable.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device located next to rice cooker. Operator removed insect control device.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden bowl not sealed used for sushi rice. Operator removed bowl from establishment.
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.