Naoki Japanese Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
27
Score
Naoki Japanese Cuisine appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 27, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to eight violations.
Across the inspection history, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to other Palm Bay restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 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. Dish machine not sanitizing at 0 ppm, tried numerous times to correct. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs over avocados. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alana, Rich, and Joseph all have no proof of training. All employees have been working more than 60 days. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
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. Devon and Robert have not signed employee reporting agreement. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan wrote out with operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Three buckets of sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Two tongs stored on oven handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in 101f water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Five knives stored between wall and triple sink, removed for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Two make tables no thermometer.
05-09-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink was stolen and is gone from exterior of establishment. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid not closed.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop not stored to dry, in mop bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license posted.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Small reach in cooler has torn gaskets on both doors. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door has gap on bottom, approximately 1/2". **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
27
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Edward started two weeks ago and had not signed a reporting agreement. **Corrected On-Site**
11-04-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Rich, Joseph, and Mia do not have food worker training. Must be completed within 60 days. Checked during next unannounced inspection.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Correctly using time as public health control for rice but did not have plan in writing. Inspector printed it for the operator. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both male and female restrooms are not self closing.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler under prep table in kitchen has torn gaskets on both doors.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back screen door has gap underneath approximately 1".
35B-01-4
61
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used on make table door handle in kitchen and reach in cooler handle in bar - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-27: **Time Extended**
14-71-4
95
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 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. **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used on make table door handle in kitchen and reach in cooler handle in bar
14-71-4
82
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jun 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw animal foods stored over ice cream in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Pink spray not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
70
Dec 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw pork above stored over cooked shrimp in reach-in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Shrimp date marked for the day it was portioned and placed in freezer, thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked **Corrected On-Site**
02C-08-5
Basic - Silverware stored upright with the food-contact surface up in dining room **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
74
Jun 27, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Naoki Japanese Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Naoki Japanese Cuisine on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Naoki Japanese Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Naoki Japanese Cuisine.
How does Naoki Japanese Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Palm Bay?
Naoki Japanese Cuisine most recently scored 27 out of 100, which is lower than the Palm Bay average of 76.
Has Naoki Japanese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Naoki Japanese Cuisine have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Naoki Japanese Cuisine 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 Naoki Japanese Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Naoki Japanese Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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