MIZU HIBACHI
5445 20TH ST #102, Vero Beach FL 32966 · 4072933366
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 5 visits since July 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator is licensed as NOST. Observed 12 seats in establishment. Provided seating change evaluation form
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 22 findingsThe state's own report →
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator did not have correct sanitizer. Employee went to store and got the correct sanitizer
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to store raw chicken in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked noodles in walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cooks line soiled.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 3 bay sink used to store dishes
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator needs chlorine test strips
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has converted secondary restroom into dry storage. Toilet and sink has been removed. spoke to plan review. Operator must submit a remodel application
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. 1 employee who works front counter. Printed form. Employee signed
No soap or paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to 3 bay sink
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Noodles made 2 days ago in walk in. Operator added date
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk bins
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cook line cooler lids and handles are covered in old food debris. Reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled
Dead roaches on premises. 13 dead roaches on floor in dry storage
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Stored on container of utensils and prep table
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Operator is licensed as NOST. Observed 12 seats in establishment. Provided seating change evaluation form
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen under equipment. Walk in cooler floors are soiled
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Sauce buckets and produce in walk in stored on wood- not 6"
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil and soy sauce
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line equipment soiled in grease and old food debris. Hood filters are soiled in grease. Sauce bucket lids in walk in soiled in old food debris
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. 3 bay sink faucet leaks when turned on
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); scallops (48F - Cold Holding); Above the chill line for 2 hours. Operator moved to rapid chill
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cooks line
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Male cook
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator has 12 seats
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bulk bins in dry storage, various items in walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Oil
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment Between table and sandwich cooler
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Shopping bags used to store wontons in freezer
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over cooked noodles in walk in
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Shopping bags used to store meat in freezer
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs over bok choy in walk in cooler
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired 7/29/20
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator needs chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Operator has certificates on phone
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator is licensed as no seating. Operator has added 12 seats. Establishment is on city water and sewer
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bulk bins in dry storage, produce in walk in cooler
In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Tongs on oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on cook line cooler
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cut prepped carrots.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator needs chlorine test strips
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with printed consumer advisory to post on wall.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in freezer
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator is licensed as NOST and has added 3 tables with a total of 12 seats. Provided operator with seating change evaluation form.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between cooler and table
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 79f. Operator moved to flattop
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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.