Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns
445 State Rd 13 Ste 7, St. Johns, FL 32259
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has accumulated 335 violations across 32 inspections since 2017, averaging 10.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for rodent activity and once for sewage leaks. State records show recurring violations for improper hand washing, food contact surface issues, and chemical storage, with two disciplinary actions totaling $3,040 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show compliance after administrative complaints and emergency orders in 2020, with sporadic high-priority violations continuing through December 2025.
Most recent closure: December 21, 2020 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: December 11, 2025
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
10.5
violations / inspection
10.5 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.91
violations / inspection
4.91 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Emergency Closure History (2)
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $3,040.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021000266 | $800.00 | Dec 21, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2019037056 | $2,240.00 | Mar 4, 2019 | District 10 |
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Proof of age; posting of notices. (1) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any child shall, in addition to the limitations provided in this part, first obtain and keep on record during the entire period of such employment proof of the child's age. This requirement shall be satisfied by (a) A photocopy of the child's birth certificate; (b) A photocopy of the child's driver's license; (c) An age certificate issued by the district school board of the district in which the child is employed, certifying the child's date of birth; or (d) A photocopy of a passport or visa which lists the child's date of birth. (2) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any minor shall post at a conspicuous place on the property or place of employment, where it may be easily read, a poster notifying minors of the Child Labor Law, to be provided by the division upon request. For reporting purposes only.
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 25 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections38 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 6 inspections67 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections43 violations · 28 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns last inspected?
- Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 11, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns last shut down?
- Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns was last shut down on December 21, 2020 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 Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns had?
- Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns find?
- Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns was most recently inspected on December 11, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,040.00 in fines.
- How much has Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns been fined?
- Kaze Poke and Hibachi in St. Johns has been fined a total of $3,040.00 across 2 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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