American Japa Sushi
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
86
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at American Japa Sushi, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 2, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored on floor”, showing up two times.
Among Orlando restaurants, the typical score is 79; American Japa Sushi is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked broccoli (69F - Cold Holding) on counter in prep area. Operator discarded **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-02: **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
86
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
67
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of oil in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
82
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 85F. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. On cookline - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Plates at hot line **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
24-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
67
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 85F. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. On cookline - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
36-62-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Plates at hot line **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
24-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-16: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
61
Jul 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Out less then four hours. coleslaw (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding) on buffet. Operator will place on time control **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 85F. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Light not functioning. On cookline
36-62-4
Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Plates at hot line **Corrected On-Site**
24-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
52
Apr 26, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-26: Kabob grill under hood instead of flat top, fryers relocated to left of stove. Convection oven removed. Must submit these changes to Tallahassee before next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Apr 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
78
Dec 4, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
78
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
25
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 small flying insects found in back storage area 1 small flying insects found in back kitchen above ice machine 2 small flying insects found in back prep area of the kitchen **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 5 small ants on the outside of the sugar in back storage area **Warning**
35A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on back prep table Operator removed water bottle **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone above sushi prep table Advised operator to remove it **Corrective Action Taken**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on cook line dirty Gaskets on prep table reach in next to 3 comp sink is broken
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of soy sauce on floor Rice bags stored on floor back storage room
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in rice and flour touching product. Operator removed scoops **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Light not functioning. On cook line burnt out
36-62-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bambo chopsticks and food containers stored on floor back storage area
25-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine back kitchen
22-20-5
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was American Japa Sushi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at American Japa Sushi on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at American Japa Sushi?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at American Japa Sushi.
How does American Japa Sushi compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
American Japa Sushi most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has American Japa Sushi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at American Japa Sushi have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at American Japa Sushi means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is American Japa Sushi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, American Japa Sushi is inspected around four times per year on average.
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