YAKI-MONO JAPANESE KITCHEN
4599 GULF BLVD, St.Pete Beach FL 33706 · 727-290-6217
Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 15 points off where it started.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs over raw beef in walk in cooler. Employee moved eggs to lower shelf.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jun 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked shrimp on speed rack in walk in cooler, order corrected
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment stacked in hand sink in dish room
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer bottle at front counter
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Apr 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked shrimp on speed rack in walk in cooler, order corrected
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lisa Nong Prometrics expired 3/23/26 John Mackrell ServSafe expired 2-1-2026 No other staff with valid CFM Owner is currently in process to retake CFM test
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Equipment stacked in hand sink in dish room
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer bottle at front counter
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Jail eggs over cream cheese in walk in cooler
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. No time mark on sushi rice at bar, held less than 4 hours
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. Operator advised some documents missing due to damage from previous hurricanes
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer bottle on top of beverage cooler at service window
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice bin
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cooler gaskets soiled on cook line
Jun 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cook line reach in cooler soiled.
Apr 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - sushi bar area added. 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/. Sushi bar with food prep and reach in coolers added to bar area to make sushi bar.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf next to clean plates. Employee removed drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cook line reach in cooler soiled.
Apr 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 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. Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Sanitizer not dispensing in dish machine. 0ppm chlorine in dish machine.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw eggs over raw beef in walk in cooler. Employee moved eggs to lower shelf.
No plan review submitted and approved - sushi bar area added. 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/. Sushi bar with food prep and reach in coolers added to bar area to make sushi bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.unlabeled spray bottle of cleaner in dish area. Employee labeled degreaser.
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Sanitizer not dispensing in dish machine.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like debris in interior of ice machine. Employee cleaned area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf next to clean plates. Employee removed drink.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door. Employee removed tongs.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cook line soiled interior.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on cook line reach in cooler soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Employee closed lids during inspection.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth on counter in sushi bar area. Employee moved wet cloth to sanitizer bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple containers in walk in cooler no common name.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken made 12-10 no date mark. Employee dated chicken.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach in deli cooler on cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple foods on walk in cooler no labels.
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over raw vegetables in walk in cooler. Employee moved eggs to lower shelf.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like debris. Employee cleaning area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on shelf over cutting boards on deli reach in cooler on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and sauces on floor in kitchen. Employee moving during inspection.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven closest to walk in cooler soiled with burnt on food debris.
Dec 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched personal items no glove change. Educated employee and employee washed hands and put on clean gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained,
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu does not identify raw sushi,sashimi or poke tuna. Employee marked all menus during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle in dish area. Employee labeled degreaser.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine soiled with mold like debris.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. No handle bowl used to scoop rice. Employee removed and put in handles scoop in rice bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open cup of coffee on prep table. Employee removed drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Glasses and phone on prep table. Employee removed glasses and phone.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler soiled
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth on cutting board.
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.