MISAKI SUSHI
1948 KINGS HWY, Port Charlotte FL 33980 · 941-883-4356
Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Observed: 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 the written procedure. Priority: Intermediate
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Observed 3 cracked eggs in container in reach-in cooler. The manager discarded cracked eggs.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook from their mouth blowing air into gloves prior to putting hands into glove. Educated the operator. Operator washed hands and put on new gloves without blowing into the gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw steak (46F - Cold Holding) on prep table across from cook line. The manager moved raw steak into reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed no time marking on sushi rice. The manager placed time on sushi rice.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed butane fuel cartridge above microwave. The manager removed butane fuel cartridge from above microwave.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. The operator placed paper towels at handwashing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed multiple food items on the floor at walk in cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of sugar and flour.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave behind front counter soiled.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water.
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over spicy mayonnaise at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container inside the basin of handwash sink at cookline. Operator removed the container.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no manager certificate number on the foodhandler training certificates. Operator documented the manager certificate number on the foodhandler training certificates.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle to scoop tempura at shelf on prep table. Operator removed the bowl.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed steam table inoperable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed residue buildup in the interior of microwave oven at sushi station on the back counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves that had pitted the surface at Walk in Cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at flour container next to deep fryers. Operator labeled the food item.
Oct 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 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 shell eggs behind raw scallops at Make Table. Operator switched the food items.
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. Observed new employees not acknowledged the Food Employee Reporting Agreement. The new employees signed the document during inspection.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw beef in container not at least 6 inches off the floor at Walk in Freezer. Operator placed the food item at least 6 inches off the floor.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed residue buildup in the interior of oven at cookline. Operator cleaned the oven.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label at flour container next to Deep Fryer. Operator labeled the food item.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large utensil inside the basin at kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed the utensil.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind the Walk in Cooler and Freezer handles. Operator cleaned the handles.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching the food item at flour container. Operator removed the handle from touching the flour.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at Make Table. Operator placed in sanitizer solution.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: 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 0ppm on test strip due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced with a new chlorine sanitizer container. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wiping hands on soiled apron. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Priority: Basic
Observed: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go containers not inverted at kitchen. Operator inverted the containers. Priority: Basic
Jan 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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 the written procedure. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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 the form which was completed during inspection. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind the handles at Make Table and Walk in Cooler. Educated the operator. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth at kitchen. Operator replaced with a clean wiping cloth. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed at 100ppm. Educated the operator and corrected to 200ppm. Priority: Basic
Aug 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw beef over raw vegetables. Operator removed the vegetables from underneath the Make Table. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed no time mark at sushi rice. Operator time marked the food item. Priority: High Priority
Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food item off the floor. Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching at corn starch container. Operator removed the handle from touching. Priority: Basic
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