SAKE ROOM
328 CRANDON BLVD SUITE 108, Key Biscayne FL 33149
Last inspected Mar 6, 2025 · 5 visits since September 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
SEP 23
FEB 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019036486 | May 28, 2019 | Nov 4, 2019 | $300 |
| 1--2018015388 | Feb 20, 2018 | Apr 17, 2018 | $280 |
| 1--2015029459 | Jun 15, 2015 | Dec 7, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (92F - Hot Holding) at front counter warmer, as per chef for approximately 1 hour prior.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container on top of handwashing sink at kitchen.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees missing proof of training. Employee reporting agreement signed.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice inside reach in cooler no date marked, as per chef for more than 24 hours prior.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor at kitchen entrance.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of reach in cooler at front counter and kitchen.
Dec 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Expired quaternary chemical test kit on 01-2023 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 03-15-2024 or prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside seasoning at front counter.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair inside reach in cooler at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor by kitchen back door.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with heavy grease accumulation by fryers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of reach in cooler at front counter and kitchen.
Oct 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut mixed greens inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (115F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per cook finished cooking 1 hour prior. Observed rice warmer turned off, employee turned on warmer.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unaware of minimum hot holding temperature, coached employee on correct temperature.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator via email.
Expired quaternary chemical test kit on 01-2023 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside hand washing sink at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee restroom.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee training expired on 03-15-2024 or prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside seasoning at front counter.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted at shelf at front line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair inside reach in cooler at front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers on floor by kitchen back door.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall with heavy grease accumulation by fryers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of reach in cooler at front counter and kitchen.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Silver ware and holder stored in sink. Employee removed items from sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen employee stocked paper towels near sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Beef prepped and portioned into zip lock bags not labeled in upright freezer.
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled. Observed table fan next to hood soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles containing different sauces missing labels at front service area.
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.