Kingdom Sushi
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
39
Score
Kingdom Sushi has been inspected 12 times since 2023. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately and about nine violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Kingdom Sushi's latest score of 39 falls below the Jacksonville average of 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
12
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles containing toxic substances stored on shelf next to single use to go trays. Operator removed cleaners to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat vegetables in walk in freezer-not all products commercially packaged.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of milk opened two days ago. Operator date marked milk **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice chute on large ice machine soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in warewashing area used to store plastic containers and utensils. Operator removed items from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights in warewashing area/ prep area missing light shield/ sleeve covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing at drain under triple sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple bowls and plates in prep area not inverted / protected. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup without handle used to dispense rice in reach-in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed cup from cooked rice. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored over ready to eat spring roll wraps. Operator removed unwashed leeks to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed cut avocados on cook line not washed prior to prepping-sticker still adhered to avocado.
08B-39-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, multiple filters in hood area above grill and fryers soiled.
23-03-4
39
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used in direct contact of salmon, fish, tuna and other TCS foods. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-13: At callback no change. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-18: At callback no change. Employee started to remove paper towels from raw fish in display case during this inspection. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-86-1
86
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw salmon, raw tuna, raw fish, cream cheese, octopus (51F-58F - Cold Holding) in display reach-in cooler case at sushi making station. Observed doors of display case removed. Employee placed doors back on display reach-in cooler case to chill fish. Also, cooked salmon (48F - Cold Holding) in top of flip top reach-in cooler at sushi making station. Observed container of salmon stored above chill line of cooler. Operator removed to bottom of reach-in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-13: At callback no change: octopus, imitation crab meat, raw salmon 44F-51F. Observed doors off of display fish case. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishments license expired 6-1-25 **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-13: At callback no change. Establishment license expired 6-1-25 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used in direct contact of salmon, fish, tuna and other TCS foods. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-13: At callback no change. **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Display reach-in cooler case for fish at sushi making station unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Observed doors removed from display case. Ambient temperature 56F. Employee placed sliding doors back on display reach-in cooler case. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-13: At callback no change. Ambient temperature of fish display case at 49F. Observed only one door installed on case. **Admin Complaint**
14-74-7
61
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed one flying insect on cook line and one flying insect in dry food storage area.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used in direct contact of salmon, fish, tuna and other TCS foods. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishments license expired 6-1-25 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat cooked salmon in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed raw beef to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw salmon, raw tuna, raw fish, cream cheese, octopus (51F-58F - Cold Holding) in display reach-in cooler case at sushi making station. Observed doors of display case removed. Employee placed doors back on display reach-in cooler case to chill fish. Also, cooked salmon (48F - Cold Holding) in top of flip top reach-in cooler at sushi making station. Observed container of salmon stored above chill line of cooler. Operator removed to bottom of reach-in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in two compartment sink in bar area. Discussed with employee. Employee rewashed hands in hand wash sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Two fryer baskets next to fryers are heavily soiled. Also, ice chute in large ice machine soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to ice machine and hand wash sink next to triple sink used for storing equipment and cleaning supplies. Operator cleaned out both hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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/ No CFM on duty while 4 or more employees working. Six employees on duty during this inspection
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to large ice machine.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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 only able to provide proof of employee food safety training for one employee (Giovanni).
53B-13-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple plates and bowls on clean storage self in warewashing area not inverted/ protected.
24-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white substance in bar area removed from original packaging unlabeled. Operator labeled container of sugar. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in freezer in bar area and gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Operator started cleaning gasket on reach in freezer during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - 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 shelf with clean equipment in warewashing area. Operator removed headphones and beverage from shelf to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Display reach-in cooler case for fish at sushi making station unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Observed doors removed from display case. Ambient temperature 56F. Employee placed sliding doors back on display reach-in cooler case. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in warewashing area soiled/ rusty
36-34-5
19
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: At callback still the same **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: At callback: no change **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels in direct contact of fish and salmon on cook line stored on/ wrapped in paper towel. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: At callback still the same **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-20: At callback: no change. Cooked french fries stored on paper towel by fryers. **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
74
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. Placed on AC on callback done during this routine inspection. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw tilapia stored over ready to eat chicken tenders in walk in freezer -not all products commercially packaged. Also, raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat miso in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed shelled eggs to properly store. **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used n direct contact with fish at sushi making station. AC issued during callback done at same time as this routine.
14-86-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Operator unable to provide proof of CFM but is on open warming with time extension. Operator is re-taking CFM exam in two weeks. Time extended per Robert.
53A-02-7
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked cups on shelf in bar area unable to properly air dry
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on white reach in freezer in bar area torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Multiple sealed cardboard boxes with bag of sodas stored on floor in dry food storage room Also, plastic bucket either rice stored on floor in dry food storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler and walk in freezer soiled. Also, gasket on small white reach in freezer in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two containers with white substance removed from original packaging stored on shelf near prep area not labeled. Operator labeled containers of flour and sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
45
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels in direct contact of fish and salmon on cook line stored on/ wrapped in paper towel. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over unwashed vegetables in walk-in-cooler. Also, raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in walk-in-cooler. Also, ceviche made with raw fish stored over ready to eat spicy mayo in reach-in cooler at sushi making station. Operator removed raw shelled eggs, raw chicken and ceviche to properly store foods. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in bar area used to store multiple spray bottles of chemicals. Operator removed spray bottles from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Operator unable to provide proof of CFM and no other CFM available. Operator stated her supervisor is working on getting a class set up to take exam. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment has special daily menu that includes raw items in sushi that are not identified as raw, (Tutu Nigiri, Special tuna roll, Tuna salmon roll). Operator sent info to corporate for new daily special menus. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - 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/ No CFM on duty with four or more employees engaged in food prep/ food handling.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area, on cook line and no paper towels at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator replenished paper towels at all three hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator replenished soap. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled / unreadable label on Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf near managers office. Operator labeled spray bottle of sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple clean containers on storage shelf above triple sink have old stickers adhered to containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk in freezer torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees personal belongings stored next to condiment tray at sushi making station. Employee removed cellphone and earbuds to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Employee chewing gum/ food while prepping tomatoes at prep table. Operator spoke with employee. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-09-5
25
Jun 21, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-03: Still same. Time needed to train employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
May 31, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used in direct contact with multiple fish, salmon, and foods. Discussed with operator and emailed list of approved paper towels. All rolls of paper towels present had been removed from wrapped and operator unable to provide proof of paper towels being food grade.
14-86-1
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects in prep area.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched phone and then prepared sushi roll. Discussed with operator. Operator spoke with employee.
12A-29-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked rice (108-114F - Hot Holding) in rice warmer. Operator turned on cooker to reheat rice. Discussed TPHC with operator and emailed paperwork for TPHC. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw salmon, raw tuna, imitation crab (46-47F - Cold Holding) in front display case at sushi making station. Observed ice build up on coils and sliding doors missing on equipment. Operator replaced one of the sliding doors on equipment to help chill foods. Also, raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); salmon and cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding); nigiri sushi (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler nearest bar side. Observed standing water in cooler. Operator stated foods were placed in cooler about 1 hour ago. Operator placed bags of ice to help chill foods. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored above ready to eat cream cheese in walk-in cooler. Operator removed chicken to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to ice machine used to store multiple packages of fish. Also, same hand wash sink used for dumping ice. Operator removed fish from hand wash sink and also clearer out ice when dumped into hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Lunch/ and appetizers menu does not identify which items are raw or undercooked. Operator stated menus are new and they will mark items with an asterisk before giving them to guests. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink on cookline, prep area and kitchen area. Operator replenished paper towels at all hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - 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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Operator had staff that was working read and sign health form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink on cookline, prep area and kitchen area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Front reach-in cooler display case at sushi making station unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 51-52F. Observed ice build up on coils and no sliding doors on equipment to keep cold air in. Operator replaced one missing door during this inspection. Also, reach-in cooler on cookline nearest bar side unable to maintain temperatures of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 50-51F. Observed standing water in bottom of cooler. Retemped at end of inspection and temp at 43-44F **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk in freezer torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
23-03-4
14
Sep 28, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kingdom Sushi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kingdom Sushi on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kingdom Sushi?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Kingdom Sushi.
How does Kingdom Sushi compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Kingdom Sushi most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Kingdom Sushi's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Kingdom Sushi have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kingdom Sushi means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Kingdom Sushi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kingdom Sushi is inspected around five times per year on average.
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