Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

12620 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Overview

Rainbow Sushi in Jacksonville has been inspected 27 times on record, accumulating 246 violations over the data range — an average of 9.1 violations per inspection, significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility holds a Risk Level 2 designation and can seat 159 diners.

The most recent inspections show improved compliance: focused inspections on November 10, 2025 and July 26, 2024 both resulted in zero violations, with lab results provided by the facility. A December 2022 inspection cited 2 violations including an intermediate-priority handwashing sink deficiency (no paper towels provided at the hand wash sink in the food processing area). The June 2022 focused inspection addressed issues from a prior complaint request. No emergency closures or disciplinary actions are documented in the available record.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

30Inspections
262Violations
0Closures
4FDACS Insp.

Last inspected DBPR:

Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 8.7 violations / inspection 8.7 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.26 violations / inspection 6.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 5 inspections30 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville: FDACS Inspection History (4)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted routine offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: Conducted Routine Offsite inspection. Lab results provided.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections
— Met Inspection Requirements· 2 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: GARRY OSTENDORF, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Risk-Based Violations

6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Food processing area - No paper towels provided at hand wash sink during inspection. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

99
— Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Focused Inspection

Inspector: LESLIE CARPENTER, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: JOSEPH MCMINN

Comments: The issues described in request #5081278 were addressed with the person in charge during this inspection.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
2022 Annual Food Permit not displayed. o

Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville last inspected?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville had?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville find?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on September 30, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
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.
When was Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville last inspected?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 10, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville had?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville has 4 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville find?
Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 10, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
Has Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Rainbow Sushi Jax in Jacksonville are: 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf.

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