Maguro

1311 Florida Mall Ave, Orlando, FL 32809
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
18
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Maguro 12 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens”, showing up four times.

Maguro's latest score of 18 falls below the Orlando average of 79. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
4
Major latest
17
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 17 minor violations.
View 24 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at the splitter added to hose bibb. **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cheese cake **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cheese cake **Warning**
02C-01-5
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/. Office space turned into bar area, multiple coolers with drinks. Observed server putting ice in drinks and grabbing dirty dishes. No handwash sink at new space **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink located next to dishwasher Ladies Staff added soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided plan and management filled it in. For sushi rice. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Bottle with pink substance. Staff added label. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-21-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado with stickers. Management removed the stickers. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo containers located at sushi bar. **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. Located on cook line. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Water leaking from faucet. Sink located next to dishwasher **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Black beans container located on the front counter. Management removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.mop sink area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees fanny pack on the counter next to food. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind fryer **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between make table and table. Management removed the knife. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning**
33-11-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Metal pan in storage. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Broken closer **Warning**
35B-03-4
18
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Office space turned into bar area, multiple coolers with drinks. Observed server putting ice in drinks and grabbing dirty dishes. No handwash sink at new space **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Per operator last week they spoke with a plumbing company regarding new location for hand wash sink. Once they determine where the hand wash sink can be placed, Operator will send new plans. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: Facility is still using new space as bar station. Observed employee scooping ice and serving drinks. No hand wash sink added. No plans submitted. Per owner new hand wash sink installation is still under review and waiting for approval with new contractors **Admin Complaint**
51-14-7
90
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Office space turned into bar area, multiple coolers with drinks. Observed server putting ice in drinks and grabbing dirty dishes. No handwash sink at new space **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-20: Per operator last week they spoke with a plumbing company regarding new location for hand wash sink. Once they determine where the hand wash sink can be placed, Operator will send new plans. **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Office space turned into bar area, multiple coolers with drinks. Observed server putting ice in drinks and grabbing dirty dishes. No handwash sink at new space **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-29: **Time Extended**
51-14-7
90
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
25
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men's bathroom
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Deli container used to scoop rice **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At dry storage
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit door
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soy sauce container at dry storage **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water 100F next to cook line. Operator added hot water 165 **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets at cook line reach in cooler
23-03-4
70
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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 **Corrected On-Site**
03F-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. Sent copy **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can and shelf **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop rice and other items
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. By triple sink and dry storage
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket make table
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
52
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Self closer for men's restroom is broken - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-05: **Time Extended**
32-17-4
82
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker installed on the non chemical side of the split at mop sink
29-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in kitchen
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of napkins stored on the floor. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Stored on the floor in prep area. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Self closer for men's restroom is broken
32-17-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Sushi chef is wearing multiple rings and a watch
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Sushi chef **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops in standing water at 73°F. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken being thawed at room temperature. Operator moved to refrigeration **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
50
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
55
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0ppm
22-41-4
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. Sushi rice at front counter. Operator labeled with correct time **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains (115-126F - Hot Holding); chicken (120-136F - Hot Holding). Operator discarded **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Nigiri/sashimi items, sushi platters **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom used by employees
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Low boy front counter right side
05-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear door
35B-01-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Hotel pans and plastic tubs in kitchen over wooden table. Containers on shelf next to soup holding **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
43

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Maguro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Maguro on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Maguro?

Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Maguro.

How does Maguro compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Maguro most recently scored 18 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Maguro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Maguro have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Maguro means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Maguro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Maguro is inspected around four times per year on average.