Sakura Chinatown
Last inspected: Nov 6, 2024
45
Score
Sakura Chinatown has been inspected six times since 2022. On Nov 6, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly 10 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Fort Myers restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
35
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator added bleach and primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with sushi rice and raw meats in walk in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed tray of frozen raw chicken stored over bag of frozen egg rolls in walk in freezer.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers of raw chicken stored over ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler. Educated operator on proper separation of raw animal foods. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in dishwash area blocked by cutting board. Operator removed cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed egg rolls not date marked in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle near back kitchen exit containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense oatmeal.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tile in dining room and kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface.
21-05-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Operator cellphone stored on prep table. Operator fixed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door near restrooms has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris on side of sushi bar reach in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed containers of sauces stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed establishment reusing plastic jug as scoop.
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Educated operator on having containers inverted. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed egg rolls in walk in cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged frozen pork thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
21
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat vegetables in reach in cooler at cook line. Operator placed raw shell eggs on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 completed forms before leaving inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Provided operator with sign. Operator posted before leaving inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Interior roof of microwave oven at cook line.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cup at front service area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of bean sprouts stored on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors at entrance of the establishment.
36-64-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
50
Nov 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Egg rolls 50F cold hold, raw tuna 50F cold hold, noodles 50F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator turned walk in cooler and called technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator replaced sanitizer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven at cook line. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled spoon stored in hand wash sink in dishwash area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed precooked egg rolls, meats, noodles, and sauces not date marked. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water temperature reaching 80F (waited 3 minutes) at front sushi bar hand wash sink. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling soiled with accumulated dust/cob webs at back kitchen exit. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Educated operator on importance of food being stored off floor. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Sushi Bar. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris behind soda nozzles. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Educated operator on importance of storing containers inverted. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in dishwash area. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Operator turned on cool running water. **Warning**
06-01-5
33
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored near food items at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue behind soda nozzles.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink cup at beverage station.
24-08-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Hood filters and walk in cooler shelves.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Operator inverted containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sakura Chinatown last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sakura Chinatown on file is from Nov 6, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sakura Chinatown?
Across the inspection record, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sakura Chinatown.
How does Sakura Chinatown compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Sakura Chinatown most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Myers average of 81.
Has Sakura Chinatown's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sakura Chinatown have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sakura Chinatown 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 Sakura Chinatown inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sakura Chinatown is inspected around three times per year on average.
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