Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
840 Nautica Dr Ste 127, Jacksonville, FL 32218Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville has a documented pattern of serious and recurring food safety violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once on August 3, 2016 for roach activity. The establishment has been subject to three disciplinary actions resulting in $1,400 in combined fines. High-priority violations for proper hand and arm washing have been cited in at least 6 of the past 8 inspections, indicating a persistent failure to maintain basic hygiene standards. Management awareness violations and food contact surface violations also appear repeatedly across the record. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 identified 20 violations including multiple high-priority findings for hand washing, chemical storage, and management awareness, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. A prior inspection on August 26, 2025 documented 39 violations—among the highest single-inspection counts on record—before the facility achieved compliance on August 27, 2025.
Most recent closure: August 3, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019014078 | $800.00 | Feb 13, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2018062617 | $200.00 | Nov 6, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016037233 | $400.00 | Aug 5, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections40 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville was last shut down on August 3, 2016 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 Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville had?
- Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville find?
- Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 24, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville been fined?
- Wasabi Sushi in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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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