SAKE HOUSE
824 LOMAX ST, Jacksonville FL 32204 · 904.301-1188
Last inspected Jan 22, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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OCT 24
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Two rodent droppings on shelf across from back door. Employee discarded rodent droppings and cleaned and sanitized the shelf.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Papaer towel used to line container where salmon skins are stored in sushi bar.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Two rodent droppings on shelf across from back door. Employee discarded rodent droppings and cleaned and sanitized the shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of ginger stored in hand wash sink in sushi prep area. Employee moved ginger.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Replacement ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Open employee ice cream stored with food to serve to the public. Employee discarded ice cream.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gaps in hood suppression system.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of rolling cart.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease debris under cooking equipment.
Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Drain pipe from tankless water heater drains in hand wash sink.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Single service cups and lids stored on floor in server area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light in dry storage area near back door.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bucket stored in hand wash sink in Sushi preparation area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In reach in freezer
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Replacement tiles are not smooth and easily cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Cracked door on sushi display
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floor is soiled with food debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in kitchen area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on Rolling cart in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease build up.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light provided in back storage area.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder substance stored in clear container manager stated it was MSG for employees only.
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over sauces in flip top cooler, manager properly stored food items.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board used to line the shelves in the reach Freezer
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen and ware washing area
Equipment in poor repair. Door on sushi bar
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several floor tiles missing in kitchen area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on rolling cart.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service food containers stored on floor in dry storage area
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Light missing in storage area
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Oct 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw Chicken stored over raw shrimp in reach in freezer
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Black hose connected at triple sink faucet
No soap provided at handwash sink. No hand soap provided at hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of microwave
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank stored in server area unsecured
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen and ware washing area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several missing floor tiles in kitchen area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of cart
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Exterior of cooking equipment
Single-service articles improperly stored. Chop sticks and food storage containers stored on floor in server area
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light in Back storage area where freezers are stored.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled drink nozzles Coke, Diet Coke and water at drink machine
Packaged food has no English labeling. Bag of seasoning with no English label on cooks line
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance on interior of ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop tempura mix
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Food debris on door handle of cooler In sushi area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen and prep area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of rolling cart
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up exterior cooking equipment Greasy Hood filters above cooking equipment
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light provided in dry storage area near back door
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Jul 31, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate16 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Sprayer hose at dish machine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tofu (44F - Cold Holding); shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding) food items are stored above chill line in flip top prep cooler on cooks line. Suggested to manager to put food items into the freezer to rapidly cool. All food temperatures are 41F or below at end of insepction
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl stored in hand wash sink on cooks line, employee moved bowl
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of microwave, employee cleaned microwave
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in kitchen and ware washing area
Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen area A couple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut marks on long white cutting board
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on prep table, manager moved keys
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food items without a hair restraint
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris and black debris on Walk in cooler floor
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple floor tiles missing in kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Sauces stored on floor in dry storage area Boxed fountain drink stored on floor, manager properly stored fountain drink during inspection
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gap in hood suppression system above fryer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle of rolling cart
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris on interior of Microwave, employee cleaned microwave
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up on shelves under flat top grill
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. No light in food storage area near back door
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled White bucket with white powdery substance, employee labeled container salt
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.