Sabu Ramen

640 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Apr 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sabu Ramen nine times, with records going back to 2023. Sabu Ramen was last inspected on Apr 4, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

“Employee with no hair restraint while engaging” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Sabu Ramen's latest score of 78 falls below the Lakeland average of 86. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 4, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment oven door handle between uses.

10-20-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook preparing food for customers

13-03-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table.

21-12-4

Oct 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels in bottom of pans with fried food in contact with paper towels in reachin coolers on cook line.

14-86-1

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Unclean water with scoops temp at 78F on cookline

10-05-5

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strip for dish machine.

16-37-1

Basic - Wood nonfood-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood shelf above maketable on cook line

14-06-4

May 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Storting dishes in hand washing sink.

31A-09-4

Dec 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Oct 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid and blue liquid. manager labeled spray bottles **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lettuce in bottom of hand washing by back door.

31A-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front cookline

21-12-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food for customers.

13-03-4

Jul 20, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored in water at 76 F and 77F on cookline. **Warning**

10-05-5

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

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. Emailed to operator **Warning**

11-26-1

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. Emailed to operator. **Warning**

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Amanda Watson 4/18/18 servsafe **Warning**

53A-03-7

Mar 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-21: No employee training **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sabu Ramen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sabu Ramen on file is from Apr 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sabu Ramen?

Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sabu Ramen.

How does Sabu Ramen compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Sabu Ramen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Sabu Ramen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sabu Ramen have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sabu Ramen 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 Sabu Ramen inspected?

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

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