Asian Kitchen
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
74
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Asian Kitchen, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 5, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly nine violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “exterior door has a gap above door that opens to the outside”, showing up seven times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Asian Kitchen's 74 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/25. Please renew at www.myfloridalicense.com
50-17-3
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 ceiling tiles water damaged next to walk in cooler.
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap above door that opens to the outside. Observed 1/2" gap at screen door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of eggs on floor in walk in cooler. Operator rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed water pressure low at front hand sink. **Repeat Violation**
27-19-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 tiles missing on top of walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed an approximate 1/2"gap at top of screen door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.Observed lid broken on dumpster
33-15-4
78
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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.Printed and emailed for operator in Chinese. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.Observed very low water pressure at hand sink at front counter. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
27-19-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed and emailed in Chinese. Employees signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli containers without handles in sugar and rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the at the top that opens to the outside. Observed 1/2" gap at top of screen door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster with plaza.
33-11-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at 3 door reach in cooler on cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2-3 tiles missing at ceiling to walk-in refrigerator. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
55
Feb 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.Observed dumplings in upright freezer and beef in chest freezer stored in non food grade bags.
14-31-5
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.Printed copy for operator. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed at hand wash sink at front counter.
27-19-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.Emailed Chinese agreements. Operator had staff sign copies. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marking at all in walkin cooler or freezer chests. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Observed on reachin cooler door handles on cook line.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing on side of walkin cooler . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the top that opens to the outside.Observed 1/2" gap at top of screen door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
47
Sep 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cracked she,l eggs in pan on cook line at 81F
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cracked shell eggs in pan on cook line at 81F. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Printed copy for operation and emailed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed no date marking on any food in walk in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
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. Observed no plan, emailed and printed plan for operation. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.Observed multiple ceiling tiles not smooth in kitchen and preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing above Walkin Cooler . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.Kbserved 1/2" gap at top of screened door in kitchen. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed gaskets on Reachin Cooler soiled.
23-03-4
45
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken in chest freezer stored in non food grade bags.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, Brown rice, shrimp, or anything without date marking in Walkin Cooler . As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a 1/4" to 1/2. " gap at top right, side, and bottom of screen door. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tubs of oil and soy sauce stored on floor outside Walkin Cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed door jam in disrepair at rear of kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet rag used under cutting board in preparation area.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen and preparation areas not smooth. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 tiles missing above Walkin Cooler , near rear of kitchen.
36-36-4
55
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Chicken Beef, Pork, Fish, Noodle all without the date marks located in the Reachin Freezer units. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed certificate for Jiaco Yang Foo records still not completed. Manager completed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
53B-10-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed Pork and Shrimp approximately 64F covered in Walkin cooler not able to cool quickly. Observed Chicken cooked on bakers rack at 84F after being cooked more than an hour and Half. Manager removed to the Walkin Cooler uncovered. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed food residue on Reachin Cooler lids and handles on cooks line.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed not smooth ceiling tiles in kitchen and preparation areas. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed both screen door and exterior door not self closing.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed beef in tub on floor in Walkin Cooler , oil containers stored in preparation area on floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed missing drain plug on recycling dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed Walkin Cooler fan covers with dust buildup. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Asian Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Asian Kitchen on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Asian Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap above door that opens to the outside” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Asian Kitchen.
How does Asian Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Asian Kitchen most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Asian Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Asian Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Asian Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Asian Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Asian Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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