Jacksonville, Duval County

SWEET SUSHI AND GRILL

14965 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD STE 124, Jacksonville, FL 32258

FoodSeating
Latest violations
12
2 High Priority
Feb 12, 2026
City
Jacksonville
County
Duval
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
12

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

14-15-4

Detail 24370296

High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Frozen Raw meats stored in shopping bags.

41-10-4

Detail 24370290

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle , table cleaner ,by plates at front Line. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

11-27-4

Detail 24370293

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form. Corrective Action Taken

31A-09-4

Detail 24370291

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wait-station Hand Wash Sink blocked by tray of salads on Hand Wash Sink. ( being prepped).

24-05-4

Detail 24370298

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plate of foods under paper towel dispenser. Wait-station. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 24370294

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors in kitchen by Dish machine and grease at cook line.

10-01-5

Detail 24370287

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bowl as scoop in flour , rice.

10-07-4

Detail 24370295

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in standing water 78° cook line. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 24370297

Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped foods in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation

29-11-4

Detail 24370288

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at mop-sink faucet.

21-12-4

Detail 24370292

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 24370289

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled water chemical spray bottle.

Sep 29, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 11

41-10-4

Detail 24073703

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle. Bleach by condiments. Frontline. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 24073698

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. Wet wipes rinsed in kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 24073699

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen

23-24-4

Detail 24073700

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

13-07-4

Detail 24073697

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.

08B-19-4

Detail 24073696

Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Mop attachment on Bag of flour in rear of kitchen. Moved by manager. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 24073702

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In use knives stored between prep equipment. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 24073705

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water 77°. Cookline.

14-36-5

Detail 24073704

Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn cooler gasket. Sushi line cooler.

08B-12-5

Detail 24073706

Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped vegetables in walk in cooler. Mushrooms.

21-12-4

Detail 24073701

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.

Jan 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 5Total: 9

16-37-1

Detail 23461258

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no chlorine test strips available.

53A-05-6

Detail 23461254

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 6 food service employees onsite with no Certified Food Manager onsite.

31B-02-4

Detail 23461259

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels Hand Wash Sink by Dish machine. Replaced by manger. Repeat Violation

05-08-4

Detail 23461252

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.

23-24-4

Detail 23461255

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Repeat Violation

40-06-5

Detail 23461257

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets on clean plates. Rear kitchen. Moved by manager for cleaning. Corrected On-Site

08B-19-4

Detail 23461256

Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Dust pan on Bag of onions. Rear of kitchen. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

08B-36-4

Detail 23461253

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bowls of panko under paper towel dispenser. Wait-station. Moved by manager. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 23461251

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled sugar, salt containers. Kitchen

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 6Total: 12

50-17-3

Detail 23086362

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2024 Admin Complaint

41-10-4

Detail 23086357

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer chemical spray bottle stored next to cleaned plates. Frontline. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

53A-03-7

Detail 23086355

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ QUINCHUN CHEN. Certification expired 2/24

31A-09-4

Detail 23086363

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand Wash Sink with large fan in sink. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 23086360

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wait-station Hand Wash Sink used as dump sink. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 23086354

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 23086358

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Minor soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen. Pink like substance.

23-24-4

Detail 23086353

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

08B-49-4

Detail 23086359

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drink container above restaurant foods in cooler. Corrected On-Site

13-07-4

Detail 23086361

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.

08B-36-4

Detail 23086356

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bag of onions stored by mop bucket. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

08B-39-4

Detail 23086364

Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Broccoli cut before washing. Person In Charge had item washed. Corrective Action Taken

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 2Basic: 1Total: 6

12A-13-4

Detail 22586169

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used broom to sweep floor , pick up debris in dust pans then engage in food prep activity without changing gloves or wash hands. Inspector intervened. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

12A-20-4

Detail 22586171

High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Food prep employee rinsed hands in sink without using any soap. Inspector intervened. Corrective Action Taken

22-45-4

Detail 22586172

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0 ppm. Person In Charge reset sanitizer feeder. 100 ppm after reset. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

31A-09-4

Detail 22586170

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand wash sink with large bucket in sink. Moved by manager. Corrective Action Taken

31A-11-4

Detail 22586174

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Kitchen Hand wash sink by Dish Machine with ice scoop in sink. Person In Charge moved scoop for washing. Corrective Action Taken

08B-36-4

Detail 22586173

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Frozen cooked duck stored under soap dispenser in kitchen. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Total: 2

22-45-4

Detail 22204315

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dishwasher rinsed dishware , food service pans in sink and placed items for drying. No sanitizing step. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-15: At callback : Three compartment sink . No sanitizing steps followed for dish-ware, utensils. . Admin Complaint

12A-09-4

Detail 22204316

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Multiple food service employees handling soiled equipment then washing hands with gloves still on and not changing gloves. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Corrective Action Taken Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-15: At callback : employees not changing Single Service gloves after washing dishes . Employee engaged in food prep activities with same gloves. Admin Complaint

Aug 10, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 5Basic: 7Total: 16

12A-16-4

Detail 22193818

High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Food service employee came into work then engaged in food service activities without washing hands. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Warning

12A-13-4

Detail 22193821

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Food service employee went outside from rear exit then returned to food prep activity while wearing same gloves. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-45-4

Detail 22193814

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dishwasher rinsed dishware , food service pans in sink and placed items for drying. No sanitizing step. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Warning

12A-09-4

Detail 22193811

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Multiple food service employees handling soiled equipment then washing hands with gloves still on and not changing gloves. Inspector intervened since no manager was onsite. Corrective Action Taken Warning

53B-15-4

Detail 22193822

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Dishwasher not aware of sanitizing methods.

31A-09-4

Detail 22193823

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large bucket in kitchen Hand wash sink

31A-11-4

Detail 22193820

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple Hand wash sinks used for rinsing wet wipes , rinsing pans, holding utensils in sinks.

16-37-1

Detail 22193815

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.

53B-10-4

Detail 22193812

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Training books not completed by any employees

16-07-4

Detail 22193809

Basic - Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Heavily soiled Three compartment sink.

23-24-4

Detail 22193808

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple coolers Repeat Violation

24-05-4

Detail 22193813

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cleaned spoons stored under soap dispenser and paper towels at wait station.

13-07-4

Detail 22193810

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.

08B-36-4

Detail 22193816

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Bags of rice stored by dirty mop bucket and soiled dust pan on bags of rice.

23-03-4

Detail 22193819

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen. Soil residue build up on exterior of food containers. Repeat Violation

08B-12-5

Detail 22193817

Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped foods , vegetables, lettuce, in walk in cooler.

Mar 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

41-10-4

Detail 21872709

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle by clean plates . Frontline. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 21872711

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple food containers in rear Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-20-5

Detail 21872708

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : by walk in cooler.

14-01-5

Detail 21872704

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup as scoop in. Flour. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

23-24-4

Detail 21872710

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 21872706

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags onion on floor . Tubs of chicken on floor walk in cooler. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21872705

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled top of Dish machine. Soiled walk in cooler shelves.

16-46-4

Detail 21872707

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Repeat Violation

Aug 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

03A-02-5

Detail 21313112

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salads in wait-station reach in cooler: 47. 47. 49. 49. Per Person In Charge. Made about 2 hrs before. Moved by manager to walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-29: At todays callback : cooler Empty. Waiting for service to arrive. Time Extended

Aug 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 6Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 14

12A-07-5

Detail 21310250

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food prep employee put on gloves without washing hands. Warning

09-01-4

Detail 21310249

High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Food prep employee handling ready to eat lettuce, cabbage with bare hand contact. Manager intervened. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-11-5

Detail 21310238

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Sushi rice container not washed , rinsed , sanitized after changing time held sushi rice. Warning

08A-02-6

Detail 21310246

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat veg in walk in cooler. Moved by manager Corrective Action Taken Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21310240

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salads in wait-station reach in cooler: 47°. 47°. 49°. 49°. Per Person In Charge. Made about 2 hrs before. Moved by manager to walk in cooler. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

03F-02-5

Detail 21310242

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sushi rice Made 1:30 pm not time marked. Marked by manger. Corrective Action Taken Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 21310245

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand Wash Sink blocked by large equipment in front of sink. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 21310248

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Kitchen Hand Wash Sinks used for rinsing pans, holding utensils . Manager intervened. Corrective Action Taken

23-24-4

Detail 21310239

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Repeat Violation

36-32-5

Detail 21310241

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water dripping onto cookline equipment. Per Person In Charge, due to roof leak. Per Person In Charge. (No food prep activity will continue at this station until leak issue is resolved. ) Warning

08B-36-4

Detail 21310243

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Container of panko stored under paper towels dispenser at wait-station Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. Corrective Action Taken

08B-38-4

Detail 21310247

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bags of onions , carrots on floor. Kitchen. Moved by manager.

10-17-4

Detail 21310244

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between equipment at prep table. Moved by manager Corrected On-Site

08B-12-5

Detail 21310237

Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped foods in walk in cooler.

Jan 12, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 4Total: 10

03A-02-5

Detail 20782656

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked shrimp on counter 80° kitchen. Mae 2 hours before. Moved by manager to cooler. Corrective Action Taken

41-10-4

Detail 20782655

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle over cleaned plates. Frontline. Moved by manager. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 20782659

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large plastic tub in rear kitchen. Hand wash sink. Moved by manager Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 20782652

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at frontline Hand wash sink.

05-08-4

Detail 20782654

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.

41-17-4

Detail 20782658

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at frontline.

23-24-4

Detail 20782653

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

12B-07-4

Detail 20782657

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple open drink containers on prep table.

06-01-5

Detail 20782650

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw frozen fish thawing at room temperature at sushi line. M m. Corrective Action Taken

21-12-4

Detail 20782651

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.3 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.

Aug 18, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Basic: 5Total: 9

12A-13-4

Detail 20438378

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled cell phone and then handled clean dishes in warewashing are? Discussed washing hands with employee. Employee washed hands Corrective Action Taken

14-86-1

Detail 20438374

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel lining pan with fish at sushi making cooler. Operator removed paper towel Corrected On-Site

08A-02-6

Detail 20438375

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw fish not commercially packaged stored over ready to eat ice cream in reach in freezer across from walk-in-cooler. Operator removed fish to properly store Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 20438382

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two bottles containing toxic substance stored on counter next to chopsticks. Operator removed cleaner and sanitizer to properly store Corrected On-Site

24-05-4

Detail 20438380

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple Containers on clean storage shelf not inverted

08B-49-4

Detail 20438379

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal foods in reach in deep freezer not segregated from food being served to public

24-08-4

Detail 20438381

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf next to dishwasher unable to properly air dry

08B-38-4

Detail 20438376

Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored on floor next to wok station

10-07-4

Detail 20438377

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple utensils stored in standing water of less than 135°F. Operator emptied water Corrected On-Site