How many health inspections has GOLDFISH SUSHI had?

GOLDFISH SUSHI has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GOLDFISH SUSHI ever been shut down?

Yes, GOLDFISH SUSHI has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at GOLDFISH SUSHI?

The most frequently cited violations at GOLDFISH SUSHI are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?

CONTAMINATION PATHWAY: Improper handwashing is the single most significant factor in spreading foodborne illness. Hands carry 3,200 bacteria per square centimeter. CDC reports proper handwashing reduces diarrheal illness by 30% and respiratory illness by 21%. Inadequate technique leaves Norovirus, E. coli, and Salmonella on hands, directly contaminating food. Employees must wash hands for minimum 20 seconds with soap and warm water: before handling food, after touching raw meat, after using restroom, after sneezing/coughing, after handling garbage, after touching face/hair, when switching tasks. Use proper technique: wet hands, apply soap, scrub 20 seconds including fingertips and between fingers, rinse, dry with single-use towel.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

GOLDFISH SUSHI

11419 W PALMETTO PARK RD STE C, Boca Raton, FL 33428

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GOLDFISH SUSHI LLC · License: SEA6011496

GOLDFISH SUSHI in Boca Raton, FL has 22 inspections on record with 185 total violations (8.4 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

22Inspections

185Violations

1Closures

Data current as of February 9, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for GOLDFISH SUSHI
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 19, 2022	Roach & rodent activity	16:20:00

Inspection History (22)

Feb 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 21 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Jul 31, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Dec 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Nov 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 26, 2022 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 23, 2022 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 19, 2022 — Complaint Full· 18 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jul 30, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Feb 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Jul 22, 2019 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Nov 29, 2018 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 31, 2018 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V38 Waste properly disposed

Aug 30, 2018 — Complaint Full· 14 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 25, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V38 Waste properly disposed

Apr 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

Feb 5, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

Feb 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 10, 2016 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

How Does This Facility Compare?

GOLDFISH SUSHI has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Palm Beach County average of 0.19 closures per facility. It has averaged 8.4 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.73.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GOLDFISH SUSHI had?: GOLDFISH SUSHI has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GOLDFISH SUSHI ever been shut down?: Yes, GOLDFISH SUSHI has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at GOLDFISH SUSHI?: The most frequently cited violations at GOLDFISH SUSHI are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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