SUMI SUSHI AND HIBACHI
2231-2233 N CITRUS BLVD, Leesburg FL 34748 · 352-805-9566
Last inspected Feb 12, 2026 · 9 visits since July 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. -1 live on dishwasher. Operator killed immediately.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Kitchen entrance.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow bottle under sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. -Over dry storage in kitchen.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice scoop in 80f water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinets. -Under flat grill. -Shelving under flat grill.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Unwashed celery over cooked chicken in walk in cooler.
Aug 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Ceiling tile missing. -Above dry storage shelf at front of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. -Case of shrimp in walk in freezer.
Jul 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw fish over cooked crab in upright freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Scallops 47f, Chicken 45f, Beef 45f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Burn spray over prep cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Hand sink by dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -By dish machine.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. -Above dry storage shelf at front of kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Some areas below cook line.
Food stored on floor. -Case of shrimp in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice spoon in 95f water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of all cook line equipment. -Under flat grill.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Vegetable slicer. -Green cutting board.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow spray bottle in sushi area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Cell phone on prep cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Rice scoop in 87f water. Operator dumped out water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill. -Piping behind fryers. -Shelving under grill and steam tables.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. -Broccoli. Operator coached employees and had wash.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Around rice cooker.
Stored food not covered. -Cut vegetables in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of flour.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Kitchen entrance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Sugar scoop.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Jacket with single service items.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Spoons in 87f water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk sugar containers.
Jul 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate10 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. -0 ppm.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. -Raw chicken stored behind butter in prep cooler.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw fish over egg rolls in white freezer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Kitchen entrance.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -By dish machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow bottle on cook line.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -No hot or cold water at kitchen entrance.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Sugar scoop.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Flat grill knobs.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -Walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Jacket with single service items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Floor drain under three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Spoons in 87f water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of fryers. -Under flat grill. -Ansul system. -Hood filters.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk sugar containers.
Feb 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw salmon over can of ketchup in prep cooler across from wok station.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live on dishwasher. Operator killed immediately.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Kitchen entrance.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow spray bottle.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Kitchen entrance. Manager turned on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sauce scoop.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Exterior flat grill, fryers, and piping under cookline equipment.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of bulk containers. -Hood filters. -Under flat grill.
Stored food not covered. Vegetables in walk in cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Kitchen entrance.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Provider emailed destruction letter.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -By dish machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow bottle on cookline.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -At kitchen entrance.Employee fixed handle.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -under clean plates and bowls.
Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead in plastic tray on top of dish machine. Operator cleaned.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cookline.
Food stored on floor. -Soda syrup boxes.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored directly on top of ice machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of flat grill. -Hood filters. -Under rice cooker.
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.