Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove

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3423 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Overview

VARSOL BY AKASHI, a 126-seat permanent food service establishment in Coconut Grove, has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on November 4, 2024. The facility has accumulated 124 violations across 13 inspections between May 2024 and March 2026, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 9 of the 13 inspections, with recurring patterns including employee health policy violations (cited 4 times), chemical storage violations (cited 4 times), proper handwashing violations (cited 3 times), approved food source violations (cited 4 times), food contact surface violations (cited 3 times), and consumer advisory violations (cited 3 times). The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Following the November 2024 emergency closure, the facility was reinspected on November 5 and found not compliant, then reinspected again on November 6 and achieved compliance. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 documented 33 violations (5 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 7 basic) and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: November 4, 2024 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
124Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 9.5 violations / inspection 9.5 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:29:00

Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2024063828 $400.00 Nov 4, 2024 Miami (Doral)

Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between November 4, 2024 and November 6, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove last inspected?
Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove last shut down?
Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove was last shut down on November 4, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove?
The most frequently cited violations at Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove are: Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove had?
Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove find?
Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 15 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove ever been shut down?
Yes, Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
Has Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove been fined?
Varsol by Akashi in Coconut Grove has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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