SUSHI SAKE
8679 SW CORAL WAY, Miami FL 33155 · 305.970.2418
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves with no handwashing and began doing food production. Coached manager on correct procedure.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of degreaser stored next to seasonings on seasoning rack near cook line. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes inside hand wash sink located near cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing sanitizer solution used to clean tables with no label in back storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed two buckets of soy sauce on floor inside walk in cooler.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall inside walk in cooler soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on white cutting board located across the cook line. Operator removed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles located near cook line / prep area with no label.
Aug 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pain medication stored above prep table in back kitchen area. Operator removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored above ready to eat sauces inside the walk in cooler. Operator removed raw beef.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed shelfs at the prep table with rusted surface.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing cleaning solution with no label near storage station. Operator labeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler located across the cook line with soiled gaskets.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rusted shelves.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket of chlorine sanitation solution on floor near cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed clear squeeze bottles at the cook line with no labels.
Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on shelves inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled vents of ice machine, door gaskets of WIC.
Jun 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler tempura shrimp (49F - Cooling), per chef cooked yesterday. A stop sale was issued.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over diced mushrooms and pineapple.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salmon (47F - placed in at 12:30) at front line. Also observed in walk in cooler tempura shrimp (49F - Cooling), per chef cooked yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salmon (47F - placed in at 12:30) at front line. A stop sale was issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at the splitter at mop sink.
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/
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed accumulation of rust on shelves inside walk in cooler.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling in warewash and prep back area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed in poor condition handles and sliding plastic doors for raw fish RIC at front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed disrepair tiles around warewash area and by walk ins.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle touching sugar in bin. Chef removed and placed it in housing.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed inspection from 2021.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled vents of ice machine, door gaskets of WIC.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observe employee bathroom in back area does not close completely.
Stored food not covered. Observed food pan with raw shrimps directly under paper towel dispenser at handwashing sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed no label for sugar bin near WIC.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medication on top on prep area where sauces and to go dishes are made. Operator removed.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker device missing at hose Bibb connection in the mop sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on handwashing station next to grilled station.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry storage rack with rusted shelves.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle unlabeled on front counter at restaurant entrance. Operator labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as a scoop inside rice container. Operator removed bowl.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles inside kitchen prep area with water damage.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed paper towel used as a food contact surface to cover sushi rice in the kitchen back prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal item on top of prep table in back kitchen prep area next to walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall next to back exit in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign next to hand wash station near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled on top of walk in freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind handwashing sink soiled wall next to grilled station.
Feb 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Oberserved food being thawed inside hand washing sink at three compartment sink. Food was removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at back of kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at back of freezer under cooling unit.
Dec 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves with no handwashing and began doing food production. Coached manager on correct procedure.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Oberserved food being thawed inside hand washing sink at three compartment sink. Food was removed.
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 training expired for Alondra, Troy, Camila, Sara, Anthony, and Mariakarla.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at back of kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at back of freezer under cooling unit.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach-in unit across unit neon sign at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed outer edge of ice machine with mold-like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed Maduros and ham croquettes not covered while stored at freezer at front counter.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer at over 200ppm. Solution was diluted to 100ppm.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles with different sauces with no common name at cook line.
Aug 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over garlic butter at reach in cooler at hibachi area. Employee rearranged products.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop stored in standing water at front line. Manager removed water and washed, rinsed and sanitized scoop and holster.
Observed ice bucket not stored inverted on ice machine. Manager inverted bucket.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Manager turned cold water on over product.
Jun 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at warewashing and preparation area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at sushi station at far end of front counter.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and ice machine gaskets in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup under cooling equipment at back walk-in freezer unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled with common name at sushi station and front counter.
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw lobster wrapped in plastic wrap stored over container of ice cream at reach in freezer at front counter. Employee rearranged products.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled standing water at front counter. Employee removed water and took items to wash, rinse and sanitize.
Observed Interior of microwave near salad reach in cooler has accumulation of old food debris. Employee began removing debris.
Observed heavy accumulation of Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor underneath fan.
Observed ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine at kitchen. Employee inverted ice bucket.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at front counter. Employee inverted items.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water at ware washing area. Employee placed product under cool running water.
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs at reach in cooler at sushi area. Advised operator to rearrange products.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juice machine with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand sink at sushi area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drink stored inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee remove and discarded drink.
Employee using spatula to handle raw shrimp and then ready-to-eat fried rice and mixed vegetables without first washing, rinsing and sanitizing tongs.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching rice inside container.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at front counter area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler at cook line.
Mar 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment offers raw tuna, raw white fish no parasite destruction letter.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs at reach in cooler at sushi area. Advised operator to rearrange products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per cook for more than 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dumpling (54F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); egg rolls (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per cook for approximately 3 hours. Observed raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per cook for more than 4 hours. Observed raw tuna (60F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (52F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler at front counter. As per manager for approximately 3 hours.
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. See stop sale. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control for sushi rice, and no date marking on rice container.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juice machine with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand sink at sushi area.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed cook unaware of maximum cold holding temperature. Coached cook for cold holding temperatures.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drink stored inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee remove and discarded drink.
Employee using spatula to handle raw shrimp and then ready-to-eat fried rice and mixed vegetables without first washing, rinsing and sanitizing tongs.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching rice inside container.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at front counter area.
Observed dish racks soiled with black substance at ware washing area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler at cook line.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish racks stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area.
Observed time as a public health control written procedures not completed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled located by sushi cook line.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Also Observed water stains on ceiling tiles at kitchen.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth inside of rice wine vinegar.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of sauce stored on the floor located on the walk in cooler. employee removed the container from the floor.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in coolers near the front cook line.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then begin portioning rice. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedure. Employee washed hands.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution at 200 plus ppm. Employee diluted with water. Final reading, 100ppm.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish racks stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed masago, raw salmon, raw tuna and raw hamachi offered on the menu. Items not identified and linked to consumer advisory.
Observed time as a public health control written procedures not completed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled located by sushi cook line.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Also Observed water stains on ceiling tiles at kitchen.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth inside of rice wine vinegar.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of sauce stored on the floor located on the walk in cooler. employee removed the container from the floor.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in coolers near the front cook line.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored by the 3 compartment sink.
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.