SOKAI SUSHI BAR HALLANDALE LLC
801 N FEDERAL HWY STE 115-117, Hallandale Beach FL 33009 · 754-315-2211
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
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. Chef time marked 12PM-4PM during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2022002107 | Dec 3, 2021 | May 25, 2022 | $200 |
| 2--2019039810 | Jul 17, 2019 | Sep 6, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged Corvina not removed from reduced oxygen packaging. Product still frozen. Operator removed from packaging.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in two places. On the cook line hot grill and on the rice station. Operator removed cleaned, sanitized, and stored dry.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on multiple shelves.
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Corn (45-50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (50F). Per Chef food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Corn (45-50F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (50F). Per Chef food items in unit overnight. Items not prepared or portioned today. See Stop Sale.
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. Chef time marked 12PM-4PM during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary Chemical test kit.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chef labeled degreaser spray bottle during inspection.
Apr 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Containers of raw beef stored above containers of raw fish in reach in freezer next to triple doors cooler. Chef invented.
Commercially processed / temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Manager date marked Milk 02-22 during inspection
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Frozen beef in reach in freezer dated 2/16
Nov 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef stored above containers of sauces in Ikon Triple Doors reach in. Cook inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 4 Drawers under Stove/ Flat top-; Cooked Rice (49F - Cold Holding); Pork Dumplings (48F - Cold Holding). Per cook food items in unit less than 4 hours from reach in cooler. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved back to reach in cooler to quick chill.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chef labeled degreaser bottle during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Frozen Meat dated 11/09
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager stored in sanitizer bucket during inspection.
Working containers of oil removed from original container not identified by common name. Manager labeled.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Vegetable Flip Top-; Cooked Pork Belly (48-70F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan overfilled and stored in half size pan. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Vegetable Flip Top-; Cooked Pork Belly (48-70F - Cold Holding). Per Manager food item in unit overnight. Item not prepared or portioned today. Observed pan overfilled and stored in half size pan. See stop sale.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Ice bin at bar clogged. Manager unclogged during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind triple sink soiled
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on prep table in kitchen.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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