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SUSHI YAMA

7790 US HWY 19 N, Pinellas Park FL 33781 · 4073998540

Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 17 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats171
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6213542
Grade history
NOV 23
APR 24
SEP 24
JAN 25
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on cook line pipe, 1 on electrical box on cook line near breading station, 3 live on cove molding near hot water heater Approximately 5 behind wall covering near single service storage area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $2,275

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2023057089Sep 6, 2023Nov 27, 2023$800
3--2023048693Jul 17, 2023Sep 13, 2023$800
3--2022035953Jul 21, 2022Nov 21, 2022$275
3--2020042532Jul 14, 2020Dec 10, 2020$400

Inspection history

17 visits, newest first

Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Next back wall right side
Basic/14-69-4
Jan 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli coolers in kitchen area stained.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink next to dish machine. Manager stocked dispenser with paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. In bar area. Manager stated battery is low. Paper towel roll at bar counter observed.
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up of lime scale and black mold like substance inside interior of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside reach in deli cooler across from dish machine.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Oct 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting boards stain. Grill heavily soiled with food debris on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Triple door cooler handles heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches in hallway leading to back door.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · 1 live roach on floor in front of walk in cooler door. 1 dead roach in floor drain in front of dish machine. 1 dead roach under prep table storing turbo chef pizza ovens. 1 dead roach on floor in front of walk in freezer door. 5 dead roaches stuck in bottom corners of walk in cooler door frame. 8 dead roaches throughout hallway storage closet near walk in cooler door. 1 dead roach on floor in back hallway entrance. 1 dead roach under rack storing soda syrup boxes across from ice machine. Admin Complaint/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · 1 dead roach on floor in hallway near back door exit. 1 dead roach on floor in walk in cooler door seal. Manager cleaned and sanitized area. Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Pull out drawer gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in deli cooler gaskets heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside reach in deli cooler across from flat top.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black mold like substance on wall above hand sink near expo window.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Oct 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting boards stain. Grill heavily soiled with food debris on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Triple door cooler handles heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches in hallway leading to back door.
Basic/35A-03-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · 1 live roach on floor in front of walk in cooler door. 1 dead roach in floor drain in front of dish machine. 1 dead roach under prep table storing turbo chef pizza ovens. 1 dead roach on floor in front of walk in freezer door. 5 dead roaches stuck in bottom corners of walk in cooler door frame. 8 dead roaches throughout hallway storage closet near walk in cooler door. 1 dead roach on floor in back hallway entrance. 1 dead roach under rack storing soda syrup boxes across from ice machine. Admin Complaint
Equipment in poor repair. Pull out drawer gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in deli cooler gaskets heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside reach in deli cooler across from flat top.
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black mold like substance on wall above hand sink near expo window.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Sep 24, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Cooked chicken wings and batter mix no time marked. Employee time marked items for 3pm.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting boards stain. Grill heavily soiled with food debris on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles stored with chemicals in hallway leading to the back door. Manager discarded chemicals.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Triple door cooler handles heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-24-4
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches in hallway leading to back door.
Basic/35A-03-4
Equipment in poor repair. Pull out drawer gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave interior heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in deli cooler gaskets heavily soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Multiple reach in coolers soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Inside reach in deli cooler across from flat top.
Basic/29-49-6
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black mold like substance on wall above hand sink near expo window.
Basic/36-27-5
Apr 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Splitter added on mop sink in rear prep area no vacuum breaker. -No vacuum breaker on hose bib by dish machine. -No vacuum breaker on hose bib in bar area.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · -Vacuum breaker added to splitter at mop sink. -Vacuum breaker on hose bib in bar area. -No vacuum breaker on hose bib by dish machine with hose hooked up to it during callback inspection. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with food and grease debris.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -Broken cove molding in hallway near walk in cooler by cook line.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic cups wet nesting at soda dispenser near bar.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -Pebbled floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -On clean container stored on dish rack near mop sink.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Apr 17, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 21 findings ▾
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ -Change of ownership. Unable to issue license due to vermin issue.
High priority/50-08-7/Warning
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Utensils in 118 F standing water.
High priority/10-05-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -3 live flies in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. -2 live flies in office not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Splitter added on mop sink in rear prep area no vacuum breaker. -No vacuum breaker on hose bib by dish machine. -No vacuum breaker on hose bib in bar area.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Stained cutting board on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Hand wash sink in bar area blocked by fan. Manager moved fan.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Unlabeled chemical spray bottle in hallway leading to dinning room and kitchen. Manager labeled as sanitizer.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Ice machine interior soiled with mold like substance besides kitchen door.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -CO2 tanks in rear storage area by back door not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with food and grease debris.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -Broken cove molding in hallway near walk in cooler by cook line.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Employee engaging in food prep with no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic cups wet nesting at soda dispenser near bar.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Standing water at entrance of walk in cooler across from cook line. -In bar area.
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. -Pebbled floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-12-4/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -In woman's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -On clean container stored on dish rack near mop sink.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -Employee drink stored in walk in cooler. Manager discarded drink.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -Wet mop store inside mop bucket not allowing to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -Quaternary sanitizer bucket testing at 0 PPM. Manager replenished bucket to 200 PPM.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -White powdered substance in container near walk in cooler. Manager labeled as flour.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nov 14, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on grill Cutting boards stained on cook line
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in rear hallway behind kitchen near single service storage. 1 dead roach near water heater. 1 dead roach under counter at servers station. 1 dead roach under fryers on cook line. 2 dead roaches on floor of walk-in beer cooler All areas cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · 1 dead roach on floor behind bar cleaned up by manager. Approximately 15 dead on trap behind reach in cooler on cook line. Trap was removed. Area was cleaned and sanitized. Admin Complaint/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · 2 dead roaches in trap behind coolers on cook line. 1 dead roach in chemical closet near restroom. All areas cleaned and sanitized Admin Complaint
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door leading to dumpsters
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line. Under equipment at bar
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers. Cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Beer coolers at bar
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 14, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 13, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly near bar area
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · 2 flies at bar, 2 flies on cook line. Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach near water heater. Roach was killed and area cleaned
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · 1 live on cook line floor. Killed by manager. 3 live on wall near water heater. Killed by manager Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on grill Cutting boards stained on cook line
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
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/. Remodel of dressing room for staff at rear of kitchen. One hand sink and mop sink was relocated as a result of remodel. Per plan review, remodel plans not yet received. Plan review was previously time extended and closed as an administrative complaint on callback inspection 11/7/23.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Remodel of dressing room for staff at rear of kitchen. One hand sink and mop sink was relocated as a result of remodel. Per plan review, remodel plans not yet received. Plan review was previously time extended and closed as an administrative complaint on callback inspection 11/7/23. Time Extended
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in rear hallway behind kitchen near single service storage. 1 dead roach near water heater. 1 dead roach under counter at servers station. 1 dead roach under fryers on cook line. 2 dead roaches on floor of walk-in beer cooler All areas cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · 1 dead roach on floor behind bar cleaned up by manager. Approximately 15 dead on trap behind reach in cooler on cook line. Trap was removed. Area was cleaned and sanitized. Admin Complaint
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door leading to dumpsters
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line. Under equipment at bar
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers. Cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Beer coolers at bar
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly near bar area
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach near water heater. Roach was killed and area cleaned
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Accumulation of grease on grill Cutting boards stained on cook line
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
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/. Remodel of dressing room for staff at rear of kitchen. One hand sink and mop sink was relocated as a result of remodel. Per plan review, remodel plans not yet received. Plan review was previously time extended and closed as an administrative complaint on callback inspection 11/7/23.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over cook line
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Spoons and forks at front wait station not inverted
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in rear hallway behind kitchen near single service storage. 1 dead roach near water heater. 1 dead roach under counter at servers station. 1 dead roach under fryers on cook line. 2 dead roaches on floor of walk-in beer cooler All areas cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic ups at soda machine
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door leading to dumpsters
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line. Under equipment at bar
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers. Cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Beer coolers at bar
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Nov 7, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly by hot water heater not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies in rear chemical storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 2 live flies by hot water heater. 1 live fly in office. 1 live fly in dining room. 12 live flies in bar area. 25 live flies in rear storage area by garbage cans. Manager sprayed, killed 27 flies, removed and sanitized the areas. Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 1 live fly in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in rear storage are not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Manager killed 2 flies, removed and sanitized the areas. 4 dead flies in window sills of rear dining room area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · 1 live fly near bar Admin Complaint
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/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Establishment remodeled changing room for staff in rear of kitchen. Due to remodel, one hand sink and mop sink were relocated. Remodel completed at time of inspection. Per plan review, no remodel plans received. Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by soda boxes not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets above soda boxes not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to flour container next to walkin cooler is cracked.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Operator replaced lid with temporary covering Time Extended Corrected On-Site
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area have built up food and grease debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Nov 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 7, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly by hot water heater not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies in rear chemical storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 2 live flies by hot water heater. 1 live fly in office. 1 live fly in dining room. 12 live flies in bar area. 25 live flies in rear storage area by garbage cans. Manager sprayed, killed 27 flies, removed and sanitized the areas. Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 1 live fly in bar area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 1 live fly in rear storage are not landing on food or food contact surfaces. Manager killed 2 flies, removed and sanitized the areas. 4 dead flies in window sills of rear dining room area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
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/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine near soda boxes had mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by soda boxes not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets above soda boxes not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in rear unisex restroom of game room area.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. No cove molding in remolded area of kitchen.
Basic/36-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Establishment is under a remodel and currently has plywood floors.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to flour container next to walkin cooler is cracked.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in rear chemical storage area.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area have built up food and grease debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 7, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 19 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly by hot water heater not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies in rear chemical storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 2 live flies by hot water heater. 1 live fly in office. 1 live fly in dining room. 12 live flies in bar area. 25 live flies in rear storage area by garbage cans. Manager sprayed, killed 27 flies, removed and sanitized the areas. Admin Complaint
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 30 rodent droppings near water heater. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 12 rodent droppings in room with electrical panels. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 9 rodent droppings in rear chemical storage area. 16 rodent droppings in dining room along baseboards of far wall.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 4 rodent dropping under oven table in section of kitchen. 3 rodent droppings under shelving racks near entrance by ice machine. 3 rodent droppings in rear storage area. 8 Rodent dropping under table in lobby. Manager removed rodent droppings and sanitized the area. Admin Complaint
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Emailed operator Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Emailed operator written procedures for Vomit and Diarrheal Cleanup. Time Extended
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/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine near soda boxes had mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by soda boxes not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets above soda boxes not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in rear unisex restroom of game room area.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches near hot water heater. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 8 dead roaches in electrical room area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 11 dead roaches in rear chemical storage area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · 3 dead roaches in lobby under tables 15 roach excrement on electrical box in small electrical room of off kitchen. Manager removed and sanitized the areas. Admin Complaint
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on soda cups by front bar area.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. No cove molding in remolded area of kitchen.
Basic/36-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Establishment is under a remodel and currently has plywood floors.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to flour container next to walkin cooler is cracked.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in rear chemical storage area.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area have built up food and grease debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 7, 2023 · Time Extended
Sep 6, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Ordered shut on the spot. 31 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

5 High priority8 Intermediate18 Basic
Show 31 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee began working with food after putting on gloves with no hand wash.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on cooktop in dirty water of 143 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager cleaned water.
High priority/10-05-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly by hot water heater not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 2 live flies in rear chemical storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
High priority/35A-02-6/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 30 rodent droppings near water heater. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 12 rodent droppings in room with electrical panels. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 9 rodent droppings in rear chemical storage area. 16 rodent droppings in dining room along baseboards of far wall.
High priority/35A-04-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In rice cooker on cook line: rice (123F - Hot Holding) Manager reheated to 211 degrees Fahrenheit.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Pizza screens have built up food debris in kitchen area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels for hand wash sink next to 2 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink near 2 compartment sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine near soda boxes had mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks by soda boxes not properly secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets above soda boxes not inverted for protection.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in rear unisex restroom of game room area.
Basic/32-12-5/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches near hot water heater. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 8 dead roaches in electrical room area. Manager removed and sanitized the area. 11 dead roaches in rear chemical storage area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on soda cups by front bar area.
Basic/24-08-4/Warning
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. No cove molding in remolded area of kitchen.
Basic/36-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Establishment is under a remodel and currently has plywood floors.
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to flour container next to walkin cooler is cracked.
Basic/14-38-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall in rear chemical storage area.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in between doors of reach-in cooler. Manager removed.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven handle in kitchen area. Manager removed.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza cutters in standing water of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager removed.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Pizza oven has built up food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4/Warning
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen area have built up food and grease debris.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of flour not labeled next to walkin cooler.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 18, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards, flour bin, slicer guard, interior of pizza reach in cooler, can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Basic/36-63-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom.
Basic/36-08-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 18, 2023 · Time Extended
Jul 17, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority2 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on cook line pipe, 1 on electrical box on cook line near breading station, 3 live on cove molding near hot water heater Approximately 5 behind wall covering near single service storage area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards, flour bin, slicer guard, interior of pizza reach in cooler, can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Near dish machine.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Basic/36-03-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on prep with slicer.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Basic/36-63-4/Warning
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom.
Basic/36-08-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Basic/36-24-5/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler door
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Single-service articles improperly stored. On floor in storage room.
Basic/25-05-4/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce over washed produce in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line
Basic/21-12-4/Warning

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