Sarku Japan
Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025
78
Score
Sarku Japan has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
Sarku Japan's latest score of 78 falls below the Tallahassee average of 87. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 12, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Operator properly placed chicken during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
78
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above avocados inside walk in cooler. Operator properly stored eggs during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken egg rolls hot holding on front line at 106F for less than 4 hours. Operator reheated food item during time of inspection. New temperature: 166F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed drink during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
67
Jan 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Following food items hit holding less than 4 hours. Chicken dumpling 115F Chicken egg roll 117F Fried rice 129F. Food items were reheated during time if inspection. New temperatures: Chicken dumpling 168F Chicken egg roll 167F Fried rice 172F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink located in kitchen area.
31B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. at handwashing sink located in kitchen area.
31B-04-4
74
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
18
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
95
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink rear of kitchen.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice in front expo cooler stored more than 24 hours, no date mark. Also observed beef stored in walk in cooler no date mark, stored over 24 hours per manager.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired 10/21 **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee cleaning out utensil storage container in hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co2 tanks not properly secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed Snapple drink in ice machine belonging to employee.
12B-14-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single serve items on front line not stored inverted.
25-06-4
58
Apr 12, 2023
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed noodles in walk in cooler uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed co tank not secured in back kitchen area by three compartment sink.
51-11-4
90
Dec 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sarku Japan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sarku Japan on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sarku Japan?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sarku Japan.
How does Sarku Japan compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Sarku Japan most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Sarku Japan's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sarku Japan have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sarku Japan 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 Sarku Japan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sarku Japan is inspected around three times per year on average.
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