Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville
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4860 Sw 31 Pl #10, Gainesville, FL 32608Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has 14 inspections on record spanning from 2022 to September 2025, with 59 total violations averaging 4.2 per inspection—slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have been concentrated in management awareness and employee health policies, with recurring issues around proper hand and arm washing (cited in at least 4 inspections) and employee health reporting (cited in 5 inspections). The most recent inspection on September 16, 2025 resulted in a Warning Issued after 15 violations were found, including 5 high-priority violations; a follow-up inspection on September 17, 2025 found 3 high-priority management awareness violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition. Fire safety violations documented in December 2022 and February 2024 involved propane tank storage inside the building. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022011418 | $160.00 | Oct 1, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville last inspected?
- Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville are: Premises clean, Approved food source, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville had?
- Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has had 16 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville find?
- Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville was most recently inspected on October 8, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- Has Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville been fined?
- Sensei Asian Bistro in Gainesville has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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