Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach

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880 A1a Ste 18b, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Overview

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach has accumulated 349 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection—nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed once, on August 31, 2018, for sewage leaks. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have been recurrent, particularly management awareness, allergen awareness, toxic substance control, and chemical storage, cited across multiple inspections between 2022 and 2023. The facility received two administrative complaint recommendations in January and August 2023, and an additional administrative complaint recommendation in August 2023 after inspection found 16 violations including four high-priority citations. Most recent inspections show improved compliance: an inspection on January 6, 2026 resulted in call back compliance with zero violations, and a December 23, 2025 inspection resulted in a warning issued with 3 violations (1 intermediate).

Most recent closure: August 31, 2018 for sewage leaks.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

37Inspections
349Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages

This Facility 9.4 violations / inspection 9.4 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg 4.93 violations / inspection 4.93 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
St. Johns County Avg 0.21 closures / facility 0.21 county average

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach
DateReasonReopened
Sewage leaks 17:04:00

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2018046652 $400.00 Aug 31, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections35 violations · 25 high priority
— 3 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 8 inspections44 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 9 inspections41 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach last inspected?
Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach last shut down?
Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach was last shut down on August 31, 2018 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach had?
Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach find?
Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach been fined?
Black Pearl Sushi Sake & Lounge in Ponte Vedra Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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