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2320 S KIRKMAN RD, Orlando FL 32811 · 6892208994
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found -1 small flying insects on food container lids -3 small flying insects on prep tables landing on food contact surfaces -30 small flying insects in hallway next to walk in cooler, landing on food and food contact surfaces
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025072743 | Oct 3, 2025 | Oct 27, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2025059480 | Aug 7, 2025 | Aug 25, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door
Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. -rear door
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -tuna thawed in ROP
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -rinsing deli container at hand wash sink at sushi counter
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
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. -tuna
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -throughout lobby
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour bins
Oct 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 6, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on drink dump bucket at warewash sink in prep room -1 live roach on water line under prep sink in prep room -1 live roach in paper towel dispenser next to prep sink in prep room -1 live roach on back side of prep sink -2 live roaches behind hand wash sink in prep room -1 live roach behind drain board of dish machine -1 live roach inside reach in freezer door
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on drain pipe of warewashing sink
Oct 3, 2025Administrative determination recommendedLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on drink dump bucket at warewash sink in prep room -1 live roach on water line under prep sink in prep room -1 live roach in paper towel dispenser next to prep sink in prep room -1 live roach on back side of prep sink -2 live roaches behind hand wash sink in prep room -1 live roach behind drain board of dish machine -1 live roach inside reach in freezer door
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand wash sink on cook like used to dispose of food product
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -deli container in sushi vinegar
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on drain pipe of warewashing sink
Food stored on floor. -sushi vinegar in kitchen
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -throughout lobby
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -reuse of to go containers
Aug 8, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -at dish machine
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -sink next to dishwasher
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -pump spray bottle under dish machine
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink at sushi bar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -plates above hand wash sink in sushi area not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cook line reach in cooler
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -lower right corner of rear door
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -seed container at sushi station
Food stored on floor. -box of oil on floor
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -sushi containers at sushi section not inverted
Aug 8, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach at prep table -3 live roaches under smaller prep table -2 live roaches under middle prep table -1 live roach in ice tray at soda machine -1 life roaches inside drying racks above 3 compartment sink -1 live roach behind sign above mop sink -8 live roaches in ceiling above mop sink -4 live roaches in ceiling above 3 compartment sink
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -at dish machine
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -sink next to dishwasher
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -pump spray bottle under dish machine
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink at sushi bar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -plates above hand wash sink in sushi area not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cook line reach in cooler
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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -lower right corner of rear door
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -seed container at sushi station
Food stored on floor. -box of oil on floor
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -sushi containers at sushi section not inverted
Aug 7, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 36 violations recorded, 12 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
12 High priority5 Intermediate19 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. -10ppm
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -tongs
Live, small flying insects found -1 small flying insects on food container lids -3 small flying insects on prep tables landing on food contact surfaces -30 small flying insects in hallway next to walk in cooler, landing on food and food contact surfaces
Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef -raw beef over raw fish
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach at prep table -3 live roaches under smaller prep table -2 live roaches under middle prep table -1 live roach in ice tray at soda machine -1 life roaches inside drying racks above 3 compartment sink -1 live roach behind sign above mop sink -8 live roaches in ceiling above mop sink -4 live roaches in ceiling above 3 compartment sink
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -200 rodent droppings in hallway next to walk in cooler
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. -at dish machine
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -roach in ice tray at soda machine
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. -provided and filled out time as a public health control
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -sink next to dishwasher
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards under prep table soiled -ice scoop soiled with accumulation of mold like substance
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand wash sink at sushi station used for thawing food items
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -pump spray bottle under dish machine
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink at sushi bar
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl used in raw chicken at cook line
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -plates above hand wash sink in sushi area not inverted
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cook line reach in cooler
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach in large pan under prep table
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee keys at sushi prep table
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. -large rice mixing bowl
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -lower right corner of rear door
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. -seed container at sushi station
Food stored on floor. -box of oil on floor
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -rice scoop handle not above food
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -rice utensils
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -Main dining area
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -sushi containers at sushi section not inverted
Stored food not covered. -produce in walk in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -at sushi station -cook line
Jun 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dumpster lid open, broken, or missing. Dumpster lid missing.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Pallets by garbage area.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 on shelf next to plates. Toilet bowl cleaner
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At sink next to dishwasher
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep table in back kitchen area.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water treatment device with no date marking
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in back kitchen area next to reach in freezers
Food stored on floor. Bottle of cooking oil and bucket of sauce on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All coolers and freezer gaskets at front counter and back kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in the back storage area.
Apr 3, 2024□ 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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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under handsink at front counter.
Apr 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over vegetables in reach in freezer
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Popcorn Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Salmon (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef skewers (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Lamb skewers (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (50F - Cold Holding) per operator items have been in cooler for two days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Popcorn Chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Salmon (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef skewers (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Lamb skewers (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (50F - Cold Holding) per operator items have been in the cooler Two days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. can opener and white cutting boards on prep table
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked with a table In kitchen area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken, Popcorn Chicken in walk in cooler
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.In rice and Dairy Creamer containers
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler gaskets, reach in cooler and freezer door handles
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon used to scoop rice in standing water 73F.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Black microwave next to the back door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. All reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled throughout.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under handsink at front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In mop bucket at mop sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. rice and dairy creamer.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - garlic in oil 71° Per operator item was set out during lunch. Operator placed in cold table to cool down
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -sink at dish machine. - hose bibb under hand sink on cooks line
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board on cooks line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - hand sink at front counter
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. - Togo cups
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. - silverware stored handle side up on rack in front line area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk flour, sugar
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.