SAKURA OF JAPAN
4125 CLEVELAND AVE UNIT 1105, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 850-524-7616
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at hand wash sink at front counter.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed multiple nonfood-grade bins used to store chicken, noodles, rice, etc.
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 container of milk in walk in cooler bearing no date marking.
Ceiling/ceiling tile above 3 compartment sink shows damage or is in disrepair.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting above 3 compartment sink.
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Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen.
Wall above 3 compartment sink soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers with spices in kitchen removed from original container not identified by common name.
Aug 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed single serve plastic water bottle in ice at front soda dispenser.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed multiple nonfood-grade bins used to store chicken, noodles, rice, etc.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over sauce in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked green beans (122F - Hot Holding); cooked plantains (95F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. Observed cooked chicken (114F - Hot Holding) in kitchen.
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 container of milk in walk in cooler bearing no date marking.
Handwash sink in kitchen blocked by trash can, not accessible for employee use at all times.
Ceiling/ceiling tile above 3 compartment sink shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse, cell phone, and drink stored on top of the slicer in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers wet nesting above 3 compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed onions, containers of noodles and chicken on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of oil on floor in kitchen.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed open bottle of water stored in reach in cooler in kitchen with food to be served to the public.
Wall above 3 compartment sink soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple containers with spices in kitchen removed from original container not identified by common name.
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer over 200ppm in wiping cloth bucket. Operator added more water to correct to 100ppm.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of food items on the on the floor. Operator removed the food item off the floor.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in sanitizer solution.
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. butter (85F - Cold Holding) stored next to stove at front cook line, the operator states has been out for 1 hour but near source of heat. Educated on time as a public health control and provided application via email.
Dec 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Sanitizer in 3 compartment sink at 0ppm, the operator remixed to 50ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored in walk in cooler above green beans. The operator relocated the items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) at front counter cook line. The operator iced down the chicken.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex stored next to single service cups at front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink near exit door had large trash can stored in front and multiple buckets blocking the knee/leg controls. The operator removed the items.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. butter (85F - Cold Holding) stored next to stove at front cook line, the operator states has been out for 1 hour but near source of heat. Educated on time as a public health control and provided application via email.
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. Observed food handler certificate for 1 employee who is not working during time of inspection. 3 employees currently involved in food preparation at time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near entrance to front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in container of bourbon sauce. Metal cup with no handle in container of uncooked rice. The operator removed the items.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer across from 3 compartment sink.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A copy was provided via email to the operator to post on site.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. The lid of reach in freezer across from 3 compartment sink is severely rusted and does not allow easy cleaning.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor near ice machine buildup, the operator removed from floor.
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on fryer handler. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Feb 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed multiple soda bottles stored in ice machine. Operator removed bottles from ice and began clearing ice machine.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed multiple soda bottles stored in ice machine. Operator removed bottles from ice and began clearing ice machine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 12-01-2024.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice buildup in walk in cooler: raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (52F - Cold Holding);; cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding). Educated operator on proper cold holding, instructed operator to keep door shut as much as possible. Walk in cooler is slowly cooling to proper temperature frame, and was open for prolonged period of time this morning to clean for and preparation.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Operator removed items blocking hand wash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at back hand wash sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on fryer handler. Operator moved item for proper storage.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sink blocked by trash can by back door. Operator moved trash can.
Aug 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at hand wash sink at front counter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed sink blocked by trash can by back door. Operator moved trash can.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator refilled dispenser.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop in bourbon sauce. Operator removed container.
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over sauces in Walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at back door to kitchen blocked by pans on sink and buckets in front of hand wash sink. Op removed all items blocking hand wash sink.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed sugar bin lid repaired with duct tape to fix crack. Repeat 10-23-23
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverages on counters at back cooks line and prep kitchen.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating and drink at prep area of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed tubs of raw chicken and cooked on floor in Walk-in cooler and cooks line. Observed bottled water and soda on floor in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in kitchen repeat 10-23-23
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cooks line in back kitchen. Repeat 10-23-23
Jan 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink by back door as blocked.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair bulk sugar container.
Oct 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink by back door as blocked.
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. Operator is unable to locate food handler certificates at the time of inspection.
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.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair bulk sugar container.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in white chest reach in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle. Operator moved item for proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water at 73F. Operator refilled with water at 154F.
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.