Umi Japanese Steakhouse
1227 3 St S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 · Permanent Food Service · License 2608585
What drove the grade
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 3 routine inspection2 high priority (fixed on the spot, 2 repeats), 5 basic (1 repeat)-16
- Administrative complaint on Aug 3Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score64
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitAug 3, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Observed in cooler located on cook line with raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat noodles. Manager removed and stored properly.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
Code 50, Current license displayed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Observed Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license 6-1-2026. Manager renewed during inspection.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violationAdministrative complaint
Basic5
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Observed employee drink on prep table . Manager removed and stored properly.
Fixed on the spot
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination.
Observed employee pack of cigarettes stored on shelf where food is stored. Manager removed and stored properly.
Fixed on the spot
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed wiping cloth stored under cutting board located in prep area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Fixed on the spot
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Fixed on the spot
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Observed near bar area CO2 tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured CO2 tanks.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.