SAKA ASIAN KITCHEN
5030 CHAMPION BLVD STE B4, Boca Raton FL 33496 · 5612355927
Last inspected Feb 26, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
AUG 24
JAN 25
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 33 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on top of ceiling at dishwashing area away from kitchen. Operator removed.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025029024 | Feb 18, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024073097 | Oct 21, 2024 | Feb 4, 2025 | $320 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs (46F) in flip top cooler. Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator Product held in unit less than four hours. Observed eggs stacked past the fill line. Operator moved down below in cooler to quick chill.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in reach jn freezer that is connected to tall reach in refrigerator across from sushi bar.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between cracks at flip top cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease at cook line.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a cup used to dispense the rice and flour. Operator removed.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at cook line knife stored between flip top coolers. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease and food debris.
Feb 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on top of ceiling at dishwashing area away from kitchen. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Tall refrigeration; raw salmon (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator moved food back to walk in cooler. Observed in Drink cooler; half and half (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Food held in unit less than 4 hours. Operator discarded.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind fryer floor soiled with debris, and grease.
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table teriyaki sauce (108F - Hot Holding); peanut dresing (111F - Hot Holding). Food held in unit less than 2 hours. Observed not enough water in steam table. Operator removed food to reheat on stove to 165F or higher.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in handwashing sink a soap scrubber and lemon found in handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Oct 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Not provided for any employees
Aug 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Dish machine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Demonstrated to operator on how to switch sanitizer. Primed and retested at 100ppm chlorine
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Sushi rice at sushi station has no time marking, operator states item was prepared 2.5 hours ago. Operator time marked
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Not provided for any employees
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves sushi undercooked, no consumer advisory. Printed and provided to operator. Operator posted
Food stored on floor. Multiple items stored on floor in walk in cooler, freezer
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw tuna thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to reach in cooler
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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