SUSHI SAKE
24854 SW 177 AVE, Homestead FL 33031 · 305-994-7477
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. 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.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed sushi chef put on new pair of gloves and begin to prepare customer order without first washing hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of tempura shrimp in prep area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lobster tails stored over pineapple inside reach in cooler in storage area. Operator removed lobster tails.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (71F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across from cook line, as per operator for one hour.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (120F - Hot Holding) in prep area behind sushi station, as per operator for 2 hours.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled in dish area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath fryer soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in freezer/cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer soiled with flour debris.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks stored over washed mushrooms inside reach in cooler across from grill.
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. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packaging stored over raw shrimp inside reach in freezer in back area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris underneath fryer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen areas.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer heavily soiled with food debris across from cook line.
Oct 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw chicken, changed gloves without washing hands in between and continued to prep customer order.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks stored over washed mushrooms inside reach in cooler across from grill.
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. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packaging stored over raw shrimp inside reach in freezer in back area.
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 krab salad (49F - Cold Holding) at sushi reach in cooler, as per operator for 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for 30 mins. Observed krab salad (49F - Cold Holding) at sushi reach in cooler, as per operator for 4 hours.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in prep sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled in kitchen area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed sushi reach in cooler with ambient temperature 47F.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris underneath fryer.
Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor next to fryer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen areas.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer heavily soiled with food debris across from cook line.
Jun 24, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored inside the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Employee removed it.
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.Manager did not provided food handler training.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed a can of monster drink stored inside the reach in freezer at the front counter. Employee removed it.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in door gaskets soiled at the front line and also hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter.
very slow draining water in handwash sink at the kitchen area.
Apr 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled equipment to the kitchen also touched her face then handled clean equipment without washing hands.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed pesticide stored above hand wash sink at kitchen area..
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 2 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 stored inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. Stop sale was issued.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored inside the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Employee removed it.
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/. Observed 7 employees at the time of the inspection
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.Manager did not provided food handler training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front line. Employee provided soap.
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 2 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 stored inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. Stop sale was issued.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed a can of monster drink stored inside the reach in freezer at the front counter. Employee removed it.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in door gaskets soiled at the front line and also hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter.
very slow draining water in handwash sink at the kitchen area.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched his head to fix the cap and then engage in food preparation without washing hands.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with accumulated dust above sushi station at the front.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Mar 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura and the flour.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door. Also observed reach in cooler gasket torn in front of the grill.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets and hood filters soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler next to the hand wash sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area.
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee grabbed his phone and then engaged in food preparation, Without washing hands. Employee was coached to wash hands after touching dirty surfaces.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salmon (58 F - Cold Holding); fish (58 F - Cold Holding); crab imitation (58 F - Cold Holding); tuna (55 F - Cold Holding)side the reach in cooler at the sushi station. As per employee foods were placed before noon. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salmon (58 F - Cold Holding); fish (58 F - Cold Holding); crab imitation (58 F - Cold Holding); tuna (55 F - Cold Holding)side the reach in cooler at the sushi station. As per employee foods were placed before noon. Stop sale was issued.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket with chlorine solution stored in the preparation table. Employee removed it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Employee cleaned it.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter. Employee provided soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura and the flour.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door. Also observed reach in cooler gasket torn in front of the grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bucket with soy sauce stored on the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets and hood filters soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at the reach in cooler next to the hand wash sink.
Stored food not covered. Observed food inside reach in freezer not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a sugar container at the front line not labeled. Employee labeled the sugar container.
Mar 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura. Manager removed it.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket with ginger stored on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area.
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura. Manager removed it.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at the sushi station not longer cleanable.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket with ginger stored on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area.
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