SUNFLOWER KOSHER ASIAN CUISINE
21659 ST RD 7, Boca Raton FL 33428 · 7866818198
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 7 visits since April 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control for less than 4 hours has no time marking. Operator applied 2:00-6:00pm time marking to sushi rice behind sushi bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $640
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2019009764 | Feb 23, 2019 | Mar 18, 2019 | — |
| 2--2016025453 | May 20, 2016 | Jul 28, 2016 | $640 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. A package has been given to the operator.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Feb 4, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 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. Observed chlorine sanitizer at dishwashing machine at 00 ppm.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. A package has been given to the operator.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. A poster has been given to the operator.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In restrooms.
No hot running water at mop sink. -Observed no hot water at outside mop sink.
May 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw shrimp stored over buckets of ready to eat sauce in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Time/temperature control for sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control for less than 4 hours has no time marking. Operator applied 2:00-6:00pm time marking to sushi rice behind sushi bar.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by wait station and hand sink by back exit.
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 soap provided at handwash sink by kitchen entrance and kitchen exit.
Spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled at warewashing area. Operator labeled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage and warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood filters heavily soiled with grease. Exterior of dishwasher heavily soiled with dust and food debris.
Mar 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of DayQuil cough medicine improperly stored on wait station counter near customer beverage glasses. Operator moved.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw shrimp stored over buckets of ready to eat sauce in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Time/temperature control for sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control for less than 4 hours has no time marking. Operator applied 2:00-6:00pm time marking to sushi rice behind sushi bar.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of butane stored on top of customer plates on expo line. Operator moved.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by wait station and hand sink by back exit.
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 soap provided at handwash sink by kitchen entrance and kitchen exit.
Spray bottle containing degreaser not labeled at warewashing area. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic togo container with no handle used to scoop rice and flour from working containers located in dry storage. Operator removed.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged yellowfin bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use not removed from reduced oxygen package when thawing. Chef placed frozen package in cooler roughly 1 hour before. Operator removed frozen tuna from reduced oxygen packaging to ensure proper thawing.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage and warewashing areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood filters heavily soiled with grease. Exterior of dishwasher heavily soiled with dust and food debris.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef stored over ready to eat sauce in walk in. Operator reorganized.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator purchased during time of inspection.
No soap provided at front and back handwash sinks. Operator provided.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed form to operator. Operator printed and completed form.
Employee beverage containers on a food preparation table in sushi bar. Operator discarded.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment in kitchen operator removed.
Plastic to-go container with no handle used to dispense rice and cornstarch. Operator removed.
Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket and educated staff on proper storage.
Working containers of rice, cornstarch, flour, and sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen and bar.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in kitchen and bar.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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