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SUSHI HOUSE

10261 RIVER MARSH DR #109, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904.997.9292

Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats40
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2613654
Grade history
SEP 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 2 live roaches on top of shelf above prep sink with stored single service items. Employee cleaning area and killed 1 of the roaches. Following day call back as per Supervisor during ride-along
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2017043447Aug 30, 2017Sep 28, 2017$600

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine stored on top of microwave in kitchen area. Employee removed
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Produce stored in direct contact of non-food grade bag in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw prep fish stored over baking sweet in reach in freezer. Moved by manager.
High priority/08A-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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. Frozen raw prep chicken stored over frozen beef in reach in freezer in kitchen. Employee properly stored
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 2 live roaches on top of shelf above prep sink with stored single service items. Employee cleaning area and killed 1 of the roaches. Following day call back as per Supervisor during ride-along
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib Missing back flow preventer at spigot bib with attached hose on left side of cook line grill area.
High priority/29-34-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw fish on the to go menu which is located under cooked section for # 2, # 6, # 9, #10 and #54 is not marked to identify items containing raw foods. Regular house menus are marked correctly. Operator will make update changes to the to go menus
Intermediate/02B-01-5
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Multiple employee training records missing date of birth, CFM# and DBA name. Manager correcting during inspection
Intermediate/53B-10-4/Corrective Action Taken
Dead roaches on premises. Observed total of 5 dead roaches in following areas. 3 dead insides cabinet in kitchen with stored single service items. Employee cleaned those in cabinet. 1 dead on floor near soiled rack of dishes 1 dead on wall a ware washing area Employee cleaning during inspection
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee open drink cup stored on top of microwave. Employee removed
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored above reach in cooler on cook line. Employee removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under dish machine area
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Case of prep cut lettuce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Cases of avocados stored on floor in kitchen under prep table. Employee moved
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's restroom in dining area. Employee will post extra hand wash sign available
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cooking equipment with grease build up. Hood system with grease build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in freezer soiled
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Cut lettuce in walk in cooler not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust
Basic/14-17-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored in kitchen area
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine and lotion stored on top of dishwashing machine. Operator removed lotion and bottle of Tylenol to properly store.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator changed bucket of solution and still unable to sanitize properly. Operator called to have serviced. Service Person arrived during this inspection to repair/ change out hose. Operator retested at 100 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels in direct contact with raw salmon and raw tuna in sushi display case and in reach-in cooler in sushi make station. Discussed with operator.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon stored above ready to eat noodles and dumplings- not all products commercially packaged. Operator removed raw salmon to properly store.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice deflector plate in large ice machine soiled. Also, ice chute on soda dispensing soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle used to dispense sugar on shelf next to walk-in-cooler. Operator removed bowl.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on reach-in cooler in sushi make station in disrepair. Also, lid to reach in freezer near back door rusted/ in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in prep area and warewashing area. Operator started to clean up standing water.
Basic/36-22-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bucket of soy sauce stored on floor under prep shelf. Also, plastic bucket containing shrimp sauce stored on floor in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed three buckets from floor and placed on a rack.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach-in cooler across from wok station and gasket on reach in deep freezer near ice machine and gasket on reach-in cooler at sushi make station soiled. Also, exterior of trash receptacles on cook line and interior sushi make station soiled. Also, two filters in hood above fryers area soiled. Also, curtains used at doorway to kitchen entrance soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed sealed box of single use plastic ware stored on floor next to cooler at front service area. Operator placed box of single service items on a rack.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in a manner to not allow mop to properly dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Packaged tuna in bag stored on ice in large ice machine. Stop sale on ice.
High priority/08B-56-4
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used in direct contact with vegetables next to soup containers.
High priority/14-86-1/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat broccoli in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed raw beef to properly store.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Packaged tuna in bag stored on ice in large ice machine. Stop sale on ice.
High priority/01B-03-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from grill soiled/ stained. Also, white deflector plate in large ice machine soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage without lid stored on food prep table next to microwave. Operator removed beverage.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belongings stored on top of wrapped packages of napkins in cabinet at sushi making station. Operator removed employees backpack/ purse to properly store.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Sealed package of beef stored on floor in walk-in-cooler. Also, bag in box soda near soda machine stored on floor. Operator removed both items from floor to properly store.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven in sushi making station has accumulation of debris on door, interior and knobs.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from grill soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) at sushi making station.
Basic/21-07-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white substance removed from original packaging on shelf in dry food storage area unlabeled. Operator labeled MSG.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used in direct contact to line container with salmon and tuna in sushi making station.
High priority/14-86-1/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on soda dispensing machine in kitchen area heavily soiled. Also, white deflector place in large ice machine next to dishwasher soiled. Also, cutting board on reach-in cooler across from grill soiled/ stained.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to soda dispensing machine in kitchen area used to store cleaning supplies. Operator removed stainless scrubbies from hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Unable,to dispense soap at hand wash sink next to soda machine in kitchen area. Operator stated batteries dying/ died. Operator removed soap from dispenser to manually use until batteries are changed.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bows without handles used to dispense sugar and salt in prep area. Operator removed bowls from both containers.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in deep freezer near back door torn. Also, door on same freezer rusted away in corner of led. Also, gasket on reach-in cooler in sushi making station in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Sealed packages of beef stored on floor in walk-in-cooler. Also, plastic buckets of soy sauce stored on floor in prep area.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven in sushi making station soiled.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple filters in hood area above fryers soiled. Also, exterior of reach-in cooler and frame of doors in sushi making station has accumulation of debris, grease. Also, multiple gaskets on reach-in coolers, walk-in-cooler and reach in freezers in kitchen, prep and sushi making areas soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Non food grade drill stored on top of bag of potatoes on shelf next to walk-in-cooler. Operator removed drill to properly store.
Basic/42-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Raw salmon and herbs wrapped/ stored on top of non food grade paper towels in sushi making station and in walk-in-cooler.
High priority/14-86-1
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.raw beef stored over raw salmon in reach in freezer in prep area not all products commercially packaged. Also, opened bag of raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in deep freezer near back door, not all products commercially packaged. Also, raw chicken stored in top area of make table across from wok station above ready to eat vegetables that are stored in bottom of reach-in cooler without a barrier between. Employee removed ready to eat veg to properly store.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrective Action Taken
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. One cracked shelled egg stored with other shelled eggs in reach in cooler across from grill on cook line. Stop Sale
High priority/01B-14-4
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in double sink in ware washing area and then handled equipment at fryers. Discussed handwashing procedures with employee. Employee washed hands at an approved hand wash sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at soda dispensing machine soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Unable to dispense soap at hand wash sink on cook line. Operator turned soap dispenser on for soap to dispense.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups without handles used to dispense sugar and salt on shelf next to walk-in-cooler. Employee removed cups from both foods.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in freezer at sushi making station torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Containers of soy sauce stored on floor under prep table below soup warmer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler in sushi making station soiled. Inner side of door on ice machine next to dishwashing machine soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board across from wok station. Employee removed wet wiping cloth to properly store.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over unwashed produce in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed shelled eggs to properly store.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink near kitchen entry door used to store cleaning material. Operator removed cleaning supplies from hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink near kitchen door entry. Operator turned soap dispenser on.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Multiple plastic buckets with foods stored on floor under prep table in prep area. Operator removed buckets of food from floor to properly store.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple filters in hood above wok station soiled. Also, gaskets on reach-in cooler in sushi making station soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single use to go boxes in sushi making station and in prep area next to rice cooker not inverted. Operator inverted single use to go boxes.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board across from wok station. Operator removed wet towel to properly store in nearby sanitizing solution.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauces in walk-in cooler. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Employee removed shell eggs and stored properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. See stop sale. Observed sushi rice without time mark. Employee stated was just placed on cook line at 11am. Spoke to operator regarding times that can be placed on time control sheet.
High priority/03F-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink in sushi preparation area with thawing salmon. Employee removed salmon from sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand sink in kitchen near entrance without soap. Employee provided soap for hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Observed employee employee training expired for some employees. Manager stated they will complete today.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
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. Observed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package located in sushi area.
Basic/06-09-1
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Employees stored drinks properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door gasket torn on reach in cooler in sushi preparation area.
Basic/14-11-5
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed employee using container cut at handle to dispense cooked rice not designed or constructed in a durable manner.
Basic/14-10-4
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of Mayo stored on floor in kitchen.
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gaskets soiled on reach in coolers in kitchen across from grill.
Basic/23-03-4

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