SUSHI SAKE
7750 NOVA DR A2, Davie FL 33324 · 954-368-5346
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 11 visits since March 2024
JUL 24
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Three live roaches found under the rolling bin of rice in the dish area of the kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024042511 | Jul 23, 2024 | Aug 20, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line the bottom of a container of mushrooms. Operator removed paper towels.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a whisk and a steel wool in the handwashing sink. Operator removed items from the handwashing sink.
Food stored on floor in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed krab thawing in the front handwashing sink. Operator placed into triple sink under cold running water.
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in the ice machine. Operator stored properly.
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 1 employee with the required state approved employee training.
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Observed cooked eggs (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepped or portioned today. As per operator, items have been in the cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked eggs (49F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. As per operator, items not prepped or portioned today. As per operator, items have been in the cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in the server area with a rag and a spray bottle with sanitizer stored in it. Operator removed items from the handwashing sink.
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 1 employee with the required state approved employee training.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in the kitchen by the handwashing sink. Operator removed ripped tin foil.
Sep 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw lobster stored over ready-to-eat fried wontons in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly.
Raw scallops stored over ready-to-eat sauces in reach in cooler near grill. Operator stored properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Lysol and wd40 stored over food preparation area area. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed brush stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense food. Operator removed bowl.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Employee personal items stored above a food preparation area and cooked rice. Operator stored properly.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Operator stored properly.
Sep 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed no time mark on sushi rice held using time as a public health control. Per operator, rice prepared 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator correctly time marked rice.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed food container stored inside hand washing sink. Operator removed container from sink.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Observed employee purse stored on shelf above food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. -Observed various food items stored on walk in cooler and freezer floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At ice machine, operator removed scoop.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with flour in storage area. Operator covered.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed unwashed cases with asparagus stored over open container with cooked eggs. Operator removed cooked eggs.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed sugar removed from the original container not labeled.
Jul 23, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Jul 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. On the front line, the raw beef was stored behind the cooked egg. The items were switched.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Three live roaches found under the rolling bin of rice in the dish area of the kitchen
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach found under the dish washer in the dishwasher area of the kitchen
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ observed manager Massimo Rodriguez 6 months as a manager, no Food Manager certification.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No 2024 license displayed.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steamed diced vegetables (56F - Cold Holding) stored inside flip top cooler at cook line. Per operator, foods not prepped or portioned today; food out of temperature for approximately 3 hours. Operator put food back in lowboy cooler to quick chill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed scour pad stored inside hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle containing unknown blue solution, stored at cook line. Operator labeled.
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