Inkawasi
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
78
Score
Inkawasi appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inkawasi was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Working containers of food removed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Lakewood Ranch restaurant, which scores around 89. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed 1 handwashing sink in the kitchen not functioning. Operator stated it is being repaired. Employees will use other hand washing sink temporarily. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 6 white containers holding food not labeled. **Warning**
02D-01-5
78
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up and beginning to drip. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 white containers in the dry goods area without labels and removed from original packaging. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
82
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical in a blue spray sprayer stored near food in the dry goods area.
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters with a grease build up and beginning to drip. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 4 white containers in the dry goods area without labels and removed from original packaging.
02D-01-5
67
Jul 30, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
78
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser stored next to food on bottom shelf next to back door. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fish stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on cambro pans and metal pans stored in kitchen.
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen fish thawing at room temperature on the prep table near cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 8 white containers in the back prep kitchen holding product removed from its original packaging and not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
70
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed many items not date marked in walk in cooler. Coached the manager in proper labeling and what to label. Shared a handout with guidance.
02C-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. Observed some illness reporting forms completed but not all. Operator will complete.
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food stored on floor in the walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a ramekin used for scooping rice without a handle on prep table.
14-01-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed grease dripping down the hood walls over the wok station.
36-68-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 5 white containers in the kitchen without labels and product removed from original containers.
02D-01-5
67
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee washed their hands. Instructed employee and manager on proper hand washing protocol. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid not labeled. Manager labeled the bottles.
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in the cook line area soiled.
36-34-5
55
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Housemade Sauce with Milk (52F - Cold Holding); Rice with Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Carrots and Peas (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (61F - Cold Holding); Mussels (47F - Cold Holding); Octopus (47F - Cold Holding); Squid (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Garlic and Oil Sauce (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked Plantains (50F - Cold Holding); Pasta (55F - Cold Holding); Clams (47F - Cold Holding); Yuka (50F - Cold Holding); Rice (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (46F - Cold Holding); Calamari (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (49F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler at 2:30 PM with an ambient air temperature of 48F. Employee stated that the items had been in the reach-in cooler overnight. Employee removed items to discard. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Housemade Sauce with Milk (52F - Cold Holding); Rice with Beans (52F - Cold Holding); Cooked Carrots and Peas (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (61F - Cold Holding); Mussels (47F - Cold Holding); Octopus (47F - Cold Holding); Squid (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Garlic and Oil Sauce (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked Plantains (50F - Cold Holding); Pasta (55F - Cold Holding); Clams (47F - Cold Holding); Yuka (50F - Cold Holding); Rice (47F - Cold Holding); Raw Fish (46F - Cold Holding); Calamari (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Pork (49F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler at 2:30 PM with an ambient air temperature of 48F. Employee stated that the items had been in the reach-in cooler overnight. Employee removed items to discard. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing on a prep table. Employee moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Inkawasi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Inkawasi on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Inkawasi?
Across the inspection record, “working containers of food removed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Inkawasi.
How does Inkawasi compare to other restaurants in Lakewood Ranch?
Inkawasi most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakewood Ranch average of 89.
Has Inkawasi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Inkawasi have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Inkawasi 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 Inkawasi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Inkawasi is inspected around two times per year on average.
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