Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota

Last inspected:

4563 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
Overview

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota was emergency-closed on October 19, 2023 for rodent activity. Over 26 inspections since 2016, the facility has accumulated 217 violations, averaging 8.3 per inspection — more than 1.5 times the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent across the record, including recurring employee health policy violations, improper hand and arm washing, food contact surface contamination, chemical storage issues, and failures in consumer advisory compliance. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspections on March 26–27, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued (16 violations including employee health policy and chemical storage failures) followed by a Call Back - Complied disposition (8 violations).

Most recent closure: October 19, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
217Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages

This Facility 8.3 violations / inspection 8.3 violations per inspection
Sarasota County Avg 4.76 violations / inspection 4.76 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Sarasota County Avg 0.11 closures / facility 0.11 county average

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:43:00

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2023059300 $400.00 Oct 19, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections22 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections33 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota last inspected?
Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 27, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota last shut down?
Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota was last shut down on October 19, 2023 for rodent 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 Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota?
The most frequently cited violations at Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota had?
Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota find?
Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota was most recently inspected on March 27, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota ever been shut down?
Yes, Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
Has Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota been fined?
Goichi's Sushi Cafe in Sarasota has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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