Japan Express in Tavares
Last inspected:
456 E Burleigh Blvd, Tavares, FL 32778Japan Express in Tavares has accumulated 281 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.4 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but shows a consistent pattern of compliance issues, with the most common violations involving food contact surfaces, hand washing, and consumer advisories. A warning was issued in May 2022 after 24 violations were found, and another warning followed in February 2026. No fire safety violations or disciplinary fines have been recorded.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Japan Express in Tavares: Comparison to Lake County Averages
Japan Express in Tavares: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Japan Express in Tavares: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Japan Express in Tavares last inspected?
- Japan Express in Tavares was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 25, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Japan Express in Tavares?
- The most frequently cited violations at Japan Express in Tavares are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Japan Express in Tavares had?
- Japan Express in Tavares has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Japan Express in Tavares find?
- Japan Express in Tavares was most recently inspected on February 25, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Japan Express in Tavares ever been shut down?
- No, Japan Express in Tavares has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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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