Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola
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5045 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32504Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola has recorded 19 inspections with 65 total violations since records began. The facility averaged 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations have been cited repeatedly across inspections, appearing as a high-priority finding in at least 10 inspections within recent months. Between July 10 and August 18, 2025, the facility received four consecutive complaint-based inspections documenting handwashing violations, food contact surface violations, management awareness failures, and continued employee health reporting breaches. An administrative complaint was recommended following the August 15 inspection. The facility has not been emergency-closed. One disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The most recent inspection on August 18, 2025 found three high-priority employee health reporting violations and resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola: Comparison to Escambia County Averages
Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2025062729 | $200.00 | Aug 13, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 9 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola last inspected?
- Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 18, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola?
- The most frequently cited violations at Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola had?
- Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola find?
- Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola was most recently inspected on August 18, 2025 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola ever been shut down?
- No, Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- Has Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola been fined?
- Wako Japanese Cuisine in Pensacola has been fined a total of $200.00 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.
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