TSUKI SUSHI AND GRILL
9430 NARCOOSSEE RD, Orlando FL 32827 · 407-930-2930
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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MAY 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding), chicken prepped earlier, unit is 41F ambient.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2020042143 | Aug 14, 2020 | Oct 27, 2020 | $1,200 |
| 4--2019012496 | Jan 11, 2019 | Apr 11, 2019 | $900 |
| 4--2018057333 | Sep 24, 2018 | Dec 21, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Salmon and multiple sushi fish wrapped with paper towel or stored in containers lines with paper towel
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Frozen scallops stored in thank you bags at reach in freezer across from wait staff area
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over ginger in walk in cooler Raw frozen scallops stored over ice cream at reach in freezer across from wait staff station
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawing tuna in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with tuna before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of 409 stored on shelf with rice cooker and blender. Operator moved bottle to chemical shelf
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout facility
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap or paper towel at wait staff hand washing sink
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At dry storage next to hand washing sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer in kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoopers stored in 76F water at end of cooks line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink at sushi line. Emailed hand washing sign
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed employee drying dishes with towel. Educated operator
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. To go containers stored under paper towel dispenser at sushi bar
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing tuna in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with tuna before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At cooks line,educated operator
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Container of cut lemons and squeeze bottle with sauce stored in ice bin at wait staff area. Operator removed items
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Used to line and wrap sushi fish,cut herbs and cut vegetables throughout facility
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. For tilapia served raw. KGI sent parasite destruction letter during inspection
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce at walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice for consumption in ice bin had containers stored directly on ice
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board at sushi station
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink at wait staff area had bucket in sink. Operator moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at wait staff area
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at cooks line
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner in generic spray bottle with no label at triple sink area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls in containers for flour and sugar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By triple sink
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored on shelves with food served to public
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse on storage shelf next to to go items at cooks line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Two set of containers with utensils on cooks line temping 64F. Operator placed on flat top grill
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers stored under paper towel dispenser at sushi station
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at triple sink
Aug 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Salmon,tuna,eel,krab,shrimp and herbs lined with paper towels throughout facility
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Frozen wonton skins stored in thank you bags at walk in freezer has ice
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over vegetables at walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Silver dish scrubber in sink at hand washing sink at cooks line
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls in containers with cornstarch and sugar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple CO2 tanks at triple sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at reach in cooler on cooks line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Jul 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 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. Dish machine sanitizing at 0ppm
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Salmon,tuna,eel,krab,shrimp and herbs lined with paper towels throughout facility
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Frozen wonton skins stored in thank you bags at walk in freezer has ice
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over vegetables at walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Silver dish scrubber in sink at hand washing sink at cooks line
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator came during inspection
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Per operator oysters are ordered during holidays, the oysters are on the menu. Emailed operator oyster advisory,operator printed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls in containers with cornstarch and sugar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple CO2 tanks at triple sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at reach in cooler on cooks line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils at cooks line in standing water temping at 82F
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink at sushi bar.Emailed operator hand washing sign,operator printed handout
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters on cooks line
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks at reach in cooler throughout facility
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 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., tested 0ppm, found sanitizer empty, refilled and primed, rechecked 100ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding), chicken prepped earlier, unit is 41F ambient.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ manager showed up.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hws in kitchen. Employee refilled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dishwasher is soiled, operator asked cook to clean it
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soup containers in dry rice used to scoop. Cook removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 tanks by triple sink
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Under dish machine area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice spatulas in 78F water. Server dumped water.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Sliding doors on sushi cooler are missing handles and have duct tape to repair some of them. They do not integrate the temperature of the units
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate16 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels in bottom of containers in make table front counter arra
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Reach in freezer blocks hand wash sink in kitchen by ice machine
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager showed up during 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. Missing for some
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sushi area Operator replaced
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Items are time marked but plan not filled out
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. Sushi chefs need training
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Drop shield and bin
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in bin of rice Operator removed
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By 3 compartment sink
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Storage shelves in kitchen
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Several in kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several in kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of sprite on prep table in kitchen Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on white chest freezer in kitchen Reach in cooler gasket
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. On bins to rice in kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest reach in freezer in kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in tempura bin Operator removed
Light not functioning.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Across from ice machine
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Tempura, msg and flour in kitchen
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding) for less than 1 hour, operator added ice bags to bring temperature down to at least 41F
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator secured them
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Operator placed a cover on it.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets torn
Light not functioning. 1 from hood
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Sushi area coolers, operator added thermometers
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on sushi prep table. Operator placed them in a sanitizer buckets.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both women and men
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Sushi station
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in disrepair from reach in coolers
Light not functioning. 2 lights from hood
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator removed them
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.