Akita Sushi in Ocala
Last inspected:
8075 Sw Hwy 200 Unit 117, Ocala, FL 34481Akita Sushi in Ocala has accumulated 308 violations across 35 inspections since 2017, averaging 8.8 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity and has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. The most frequent violations involve food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and clean multi-use utensils. Recent inspections in 2025 and early 2026 show an escalating pattern, with the February 2026 inspection documenting 22 violations including seven high-priority items, prompting an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: October 1, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Akita Sushi in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
This Facility
8.8
violations / inspection
8.8 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Marion County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Akita Sushi in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Akita Sushi in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025006139 | $400.00 | Oct 1, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2017001119 | $400.00 | Jan 5, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale |
Akita Sushi in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Partial· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections39 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections42 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Akita Sushi in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Akita Sushi in Ocala under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between October 1, 2024 and October 3, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Akita Sushi in Ocala last inspected?
- Akita Sushi in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Akita Sushi in Ocala last shut down?
- Akita Sushi in Ocala was last shut down on October 1, 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 Akita Sushi in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Akita Sushi in Ocala are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Akita Sushi in Ocala had?
- Akita Sushi in Ocala has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Akita Sushi in Ocala find?
- Akita Sushi in Ocala was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 22 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Akita Sushi in Ocala ever been shut down?
- Yes, Akita Sushi in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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 Akita Sushi in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Akita Sushi in Ocala has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Akita Sushi in Ocala been fined?
- Akita Sushi in Ocala has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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