Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast
Last inspected:
1475 Palm Coast Pkwy Nw, Palm Coast, FL 32137Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has accumulated 179 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity, most recently in August 2022. Hand washing, food contact surfaces, and approved food sources are the most frequently cited violations. A fire safety violation in 2021 documented a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone at the hand wash sink in the kitchen.
Most recent closure: August 29, 2022 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Comparison to Flagler County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 violations per inspection
Flagler County Avg
4.07
violations / inspection
4.07 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Flagler County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Emergency Closure History (2)
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022057723 | $800.00 | Aug 29, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
At silver fire extinguisher by hand wash sink in kitchen, in red zone.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast last inspected?
- Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast last shut down?
- Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast was last shut down on August 29, 2022 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 Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast had?
- Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast find?
- Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast been fined?
- Kawa Sushi in Palm Coast has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 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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