More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Kozue Japanese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 3, 2026. The result listed by Public Health – Seattle & King County was “Satisfactory” (official score 3).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Nov 30, 2023 to Nov 3, 2026.
Has Kozue Japanese Restaurant ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 30, 2023.
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
Proper shellstock ID; wild mushroom ID; parasite destruction procedures for fish
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.