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Shogun Japanese Steakhouse

518 COLLEGE AVE, Racine, WI 53403 · Racine County

36cited violations
4serious tier
6inspections

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Retail Food - Serving Meals)
Inspected by
City of Racine Public Health Department
License / ID
HSAT-7QWPBZ
Status
Permitted
Phone
(262) 637-0777
Official record
City of Racine Public Health Department inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
20262133
20244231

Inspections

  1. Mar 24, 2026 Re-inspection · 1 priority, 3 core, 3 repeat
    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      COOLING - 6-HOUR COOLING PARAMETER

      3/24/2025 - No active cooling observed during inspection. 3/5/2025 - Eggs rolls on counter observed to be at 73°F and 77°F has not cooled within the 6 hour cooling period.

      Correction: If safe, reheat food to 165°F and restart the cooling process or discard the food item. Food shall be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total 6 hour cooling period. Action Taken: 3/5/2026 - Egg rolls were discarded during inspection. 3/24/2026 - Cooling parameters and education was verbally discussed with PIC during inspection.

      Code 3-501.14 (A)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces observed to be stored on multiple surfaces throughout the kitchen.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      SINGLE-USE AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - PROHIBITIONS

      Single-use or single-service articles observed to be stored on the floor in the dry storage area.

      Correction: Store single-service or single-use articles, clean equipment and utensils and laundered linens in areas that are not subject to contamination.

      Code 4-903.12

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE

      3/24 - Dead cockraoch observed in glue trap under hibachi grill. 3/5/2026 - Evidence of dead cockroaches were observed in multiple glue traps throughout the facility.

      Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and maintain food establishment.

      Code 6-501.111 (B)

  2. Mar 5, 2026 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation, 6 core
    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      COOLING - 6-HOUR COOLING PARAMETER

      Eggs rolls on counter observed to be at 73°F and 77°F has not cooled within the 6 hour cooling period.

      Correction: If safe, reheat food to 165°F and restart the cooling process or discard the food item. Food shall be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total 6 hour cooling period. Action Taken: Egg rolls were discarded during inspection.

      Code 3-501.14 (A)

    • Serious Priority

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - CONDITIONS OF USE - USED

      Bleach in sanitizer bucket is not being used according to manufacturer’s use directions and has a chlorine concentration of 200 ppm.

      Correction: Change procedures and provide training to employees on proper use of poisonous or toxic materials following manufacturer's directions for use.

      Code 7-202.12 (A)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - WORKING CONTAINERS

      Squirt bottle containing bleach observed to not labeled with common name of product.

      Correction: Label working containers with the common name of the material used. Action Taken: Squirt bottle was properly labled during inspection.

      Code 7-102.11

    • Not serious Core Corrected on site

      PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - JEWELRY

      Employee noted wearing bracelet on wrist while washing lettuce.

      Correction: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, prohibit food employees wearing jewelry on the hands or wrists while working with food. Action Taken: Employee was instructed to remove bracelet during inspection.

      Code 2-303.11

    • Not serious Core

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces observed to be stored on multiple surfaces throughout the kitchen.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core

      NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

      Floor around grease trap observed to have an accumulation of grease.

      Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

      Code 4-602.13

    • Not serious Core

      SINGLE-USE AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - PROHIBITIONS

      Single-use or single-service articles observed to be stored on the floor in the dry storage area.

      Correction: Store single-service or single-use articles, clean equipment and utensils and laundered linens in areas that are not subject to contamination.

      Code 4-903.12

    • Not serious Core

      CONTROLLING PESTS - INSPECTING PREMISE

      Evidence of dead cockroaches were observed in multiple glue traps throughout the facility.

      Correction: Routinely inspect facilities for insects and rodents. Clean and maintain food establishment.

      Code 6-501.111 (B)

    • Not serious Core

      CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS

      Floor underneath equipment in the kitchen and habachi grills observd to have an accumulation of food debris and grease.

      Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.

      Code 6-501.12

  3. Nov 22, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core, 1 repeat
    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - NESTING OR RAW ANIMAL FOODS STORED TOGETHER

      Raw chicken is stored above raw beef in the prep cooler.

      Correction: Prevent nesting of raw animal foods and store raw animal foods in order of descending hazard to prevent cross contamination. Separate raw animal food species from one another except when combined as ingredients. Action Taken: The chicken was moved to the bottom shelf during inspection.

      Code 3-302.11 (A) (2)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

      USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

      There are towels stored in the bar handwashing sink.

      Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing. Action Taken: The towels were removed during inspection.

      Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

    • Not serious Core

      NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

      The wall above the warewashing sinks has a black mold-like substance accumulating.

      Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

      Code 4-602.13

    • Not serious Core

      FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS - CLEANABILITY

      1. The handwashing sink in the kitchen is missing tiles. 2. Under the 3-compartment sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles. 3. Mop sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles.

      Correction: Provide floors, walls, and ceilings that are designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

      Code 6-201.11

  4. May 20, 2024 Re-inspection 2 · 3 core, 3 repeat
    • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

      PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - JEWELRY

      Employees noted wearing watches, braclets, and rings while working with food.

      Correction: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, prohibit food employees wearing jewelry on the hands or wrists while working with food. Action Taken: Employees who were working with food removed jewelry from wrists and hands.

      Code 2-303.11

    • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored at various locations throughout the kitchen. Sani buckets are also at 0 ppm chlorine.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses. Dry clothes (for grill station) do not need to be stored in sanitizing solution unless the cloth becomes saturated. Action Taken: Sanitizer buckets were remade and checked to be at 100ppm chlorine. Wiping clothes were placed in sanitizer solution or in dirty wiping cloth area to be cleaned. Acti

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

      Floor and wall juncture at: 1. Handwashing sink in kitchen is missing tiles. 2. Mop sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles. 3. Under 3 compartment sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles.

      Correction: Repair and replace any water damaged areas. Install tiles and base coving.

      Code 6-201.13 (A)

  5. May 7, 2024 Re-inspection · 1 priority foundation, 5 core, 6 repeat
    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

      Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement of what food item can be served raw or undercooked (beef).

      Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

      Code 3-603.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

      PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - JEWELRY

      Employees noted wearing watches, braclets, and rings while working with food.

      Correction: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, prohibit food employees wearing jewelry on the hands or wrists while working with food. Action Taken: Employees who were working with food removed jewelry from wrists and hands.

      Code 2-303.11

    • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored at various locations throughout the kitchen. Sani buckets are also at 0 ppm chlorine.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses. Dry clothes (for grill station) do not need to be stored in sanitizing solution unless the cloth becomes saturated. Action Taken: Sanitizer buckets were remade and checked to be at 100ppm chlorine. Wiping clothes were placed in sanitizer solution or in dirty wiping cloth area to be cleaned. Acti

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

      Floor and wall juncture at: 1. Handwashing sink in kitchen is missing tiles. 2. Mop sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles. 3. Under 3 compartment sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles.

      Correction: Repair and replace any water damaged areas. Install tiles and base coving.

      Code 6-201.13 (A)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      FLOOR CARPETING - RESTRICTIONS

      Carpeting is installed in dry storage areas under coolers and freezers.

      Correction: Remove carpeting under coolers and freezer. Floors are to be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Code 6-201.14 (A)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      INTENSITY - LIGHTING

      05/07/2024 - The light intensity in the warewashing area is 12-17 foot candles and is less than the required 20 foot candles. 02/15/2024- The light intensity in the warewashing area is 8-10 foot candles and is less than the required 20 foot candles.

      Correction: Provide the correct lighting intensity in all work and storage areas.

      Code 6-303.11

  6. Feb 15, 2024 Routine · 4 priority foundation, 6 core, 1 repeat
    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

      Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statemen of what food item can be served raw or undercooked (beef).

      Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

      Code 3-603.11 (B)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      WAREWASHING MACHINES - AUTOMATIC DISPENSING OF DETERGENT AND SANITIZERS

      The warewashing machine does not dispense sanitizer automatically.

      Correction: Repair or replace the warewashing machine. Warewashing machines shall automatically dispense detergents and sanitizers. Discontinue use of warewashing for sanitizing until machine is repaired. Sanitizing compartment of 3 compartment sink to be used to sanitize.

      Code 4-204.117 (A)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      WAREWASHING - CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION - TEST KIT

      1. No Quat test kit is available for monitoring sanitizer concentration at the bar. 2. Chlorine test kit is available for monitoring sanitizer concentration but is expired.

      Correction: Provide a test kit to allow accurate determination of the sanitization concentration. Action Taken: Inspector provided both quat and chlorine test strips.

      Code 4-501.116

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

      Handwashing sink is not in working order and is unavailable for proper handwashing at bar.

      Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

      Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

    • Not serious Core

      PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - JEWELRY

      Employees noted wearing watches, braclets, and rings while working with food.

      Correction: Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band, prohibit food employees wearing jewelry on the hands or wrists while working with food.

      Code 2-303.11

    • Not serious Core Corrected on site

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored at various locations throughout the kitchen. Sani buckets are also at 0 ppm chlorine.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses. Dry clothes (for grill station) do not need to be stored in sanitizing solution unless the cloth becomes saturated. Action Taken: Sanitizer buckets were remade and checked to be at 100ppm chlorine. Wiping clothes were placed in sanitizer solution or in dirty wiping cloth area to be cleaned.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core

      FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

      Floor and wall juncture at: 1. Handwashing sink in kitchen is missing tiles. 2. Mop sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles. 3. Under 3 compartment sink has exposed water damaged wood and is missing tiles.

      Correction: Repair and replace any water damaged areas. Install tiles and base coving.

      Code 6-201.13 (A)

    • Not serious Core

      FLOOR CARPETING - RESTRICTIONS

      Carpeting is installed in dry storage areas under coolers and freezers.

      Correction: Remove carpeting. Floors to be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Code 6-201.14 (A)

    • Not serious Core

      INTENSITY - LIGHTING

      The light intensity in the warewashing area is 8-10 foot candles and is less than the required 20 foot candles.

      Correction: Provide the correct lighting intensity in all work and storage areas.

      Code 6-303.11

    • Not serious Core

      CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS

      1. Walls and floor around handwashing sink in kitchen are soiled. 2. Wall and floor where brooms and mops are hung/stored is heavily soiled with greasy deposits and grime. 3. Wall above warewashing sinks has a black mold-like substance accumulating. 4. Exterior of grease trap and surrounding area has an accumulation of old grease.

      Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.

      Code 6-501.12

Source: City of Racine Public Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.