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Katsura Grill

1510 N Ave Of The Stars, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Katsura Grill nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to three violations.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited four times.

By comparison, the average Lake Buena Vista facility scores 87, putting Katsura Grill on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Green cutting board is stained.Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top back of fryer cabinets are soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Onions not washed prior to preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
82
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Residue build surrounding beer nozzle.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Small ladder and dust pan in kitchen.
31A-09-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Next to the ice machine area.
36-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Middle of front door.
35B-05-4
70
May 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Small cutting boards are stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Unwashed cucumbers stored over prepped broccoli in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
86
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting./trays on cleaned dish rack.
24-08-4
95
May 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. **Warning**
22-57-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
78
Sep 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions.Steamer filters expired 7/23.
29-28-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets are soiled in the walk in cooler. Ceiling is soiled in the walk in cooler.
23-03-4
82
Feb 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.Green cutting board is soiled in kitchen.
22-02-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.Base of door located downstairs.
35B-05-4
86
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Katsura Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Katsura Grill on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Katsura Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Katsura Grill.

How does Katsura Grill compare to other restaurants in Lake Buena Vista?

Katsura Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Lake Buena Vista average of 87.

Has Katsura Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Katsura Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Katsura Grill 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 Katsura Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Katsura Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.

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