MOMIJI JAPANESE RESTAURANT
24400 State Route 44
Florida, 32736
Lake County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.4/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/26/2025
High Priority
6
Intermediate
3
Basic
11
Total
20
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Repeat Violation
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - over walk-in freezer entrance Repeat Violation
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -Togo containers stored on floor in storage area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 06-09-1:Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
- 32-12-6:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in employee bathroom.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cell phone stored on staging table Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - walk-in cooler floor
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. - buckets of soy sauce in dry storage. - walk-in freezer Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice machine - hood filters Repeat Violation
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. - raw shell eggs over unwashed vegetables in a Walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw salmon stored over ready to eat food in walk in freezer. - raw salmon stored over cut vegetables. - raw beefsteak stored over ready to eat foods in reach in cooler on cooks line. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. - raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - 2 spray bottles of cleaner hanging ar front bar next to food. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting on cooks line -tan cutting board in prep -toaster ovens in sushi area.
- 53B-01-5: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.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. - 2 spray bottles of clear liquid hanging at front bar next to food.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/26/2025 revealed 20 total violations (6 high priority, 3 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 8/23/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
7
Total
8
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 16-23-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above walk in freezer Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 50-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 10-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at 92 - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice machine. - hood filters Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Stainless steel walls - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/23/2024 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 8/15/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
2
Basic
14
Total
21
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Corrected On-Site
- 16-23-4:Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Above walk in freezer Repeat Violation
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. - Lids and cups in spare room. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Purse stored next to chop stir and napkins. Corrected On-Site
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of soda on dry storage floor
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at 92°
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice machine. - hood filters Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Stainless steel walls
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On-Site
- 22-41-4: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. 0ppm after several cycles Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef above unwashed vegetables Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken above sauces Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Noodles at 53° for 2.5 hours( pulled from walk in cooler). Operator returned to walk in cooler to achieve 41° for temperature recovery. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle stored next to coffee machine in front area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards Repeat Violation
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bus tub of equipment
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/15/2024 revealed 21 total violations (5 high priority, 2 intermediate, 14 basic).
Inspection on 3/8/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
13
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - missing tile above walk-in freezer door. Repeat Violation
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. - Togo containers stored in front storage area. Corrected On-Site
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. -Employee bathroom.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - Back door open at the time of inspection
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. - bucket of soy sauce next to office area. Corrected On-Site
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. - drink station across ice machine. Corrected On-Site
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. - ice scoop stored directly on ice machine. Corrected On-Site
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. - in prep area Corrected On-Site
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of ice machine. -Hood fliters
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - raw chicken set out on counter at room temperature. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. - produce stored in walk-in cooler. Corrected On-Site
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle of cleaner stored with alcohol around front bar. - spray bottle of clear stored next to coffee urn in dining area. Corrected On-Site
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - tan cutting board in prep area. - white cutting board on cooks line. - fry baskets
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorinetest strips Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/8/2024 revealed 17 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 10/17/2023
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
10
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. - above freezer door Corrected On-Site
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Togo items stored directly on floors in spare room in dining area. Corrected On-Site
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door open at the time of inspection.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. -Soy sauce stored directly on floor in dry storage area next to office. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - both hand sinks at sushi bar Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. - Unwrap sip straws stored on bar counter,with easy access from customer.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Raw chicken set out at room temperature. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw chicken stored over avocados in walk-in cooler -Raw beef stored over eggs in walk-in cooler Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - garlic in oil 68° operator place in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - 2 spray bottles of cleaners stored to food items at front bar. - several bottles of cleaner stored next to tea machine
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -White cutting board on cooks line - cutting boards at sushi bar Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand sink at sushi bar and front bar used as a dump sink.
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
- 53A-05-6: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/
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/17/2023 revealed 17 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 10 basic).