SUSHI SAKE
14627 - 14629 SW 42 ST, Miami FL 33175 · 305.331.9747
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 9 visits since November 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. Email operator form
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 27 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed onion soup (48F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, products prepared and placed inside unit on previous day.
Observed unwashed cucumbers stored over ginger at walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed shrimp sauce with fresh garlic with date mark exceeding 7 days at reach in cooler at preparation room.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed shrimp sauce with fresh garlic with date mark exceeding 7 days at reach in cooler at preparation room.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed onion soup (48F - Cooling) at walk in cooler. As per manager, products prepared and placed inside unit on previous day. Observed cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) at sliding door reach in cooler near take out area. As per date marking, items prepared on previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) at sliding door reach in cooler near take out area. As per date marking, items prepared on previous day.
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. Observed sushi rice missing time marking. Manager placed time mark.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook not aware of minimum cooking temperature of beef. Coached employee.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board with stains at sushi area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers cocktail with raw shell eggs. Item not identified as raw and linked to consumer advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed plastic spray bottle of degreaser not labeled at preparation room and ware washing area.
Ceiling soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated dust above dish machine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed stored clean plates not inverted across from dish machine.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee beverages stored inside reach in cooler at preparation room. Observed employee food and beverages stored inside sliding door reach in cooler near take out area. manager segregated products.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink on shelf at preparation table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers stacked together on shelves above 3 compartment sink.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed bowl of flour stored next to preparation sink at sushi area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of cooking oil and ginger stored in floor at dry storage area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic cup stored inside container of flour. Manager removed item.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed muddler and spoons
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand sink at preparation room.
Observed plastic buckets stored inside mop sink. Manager removed items.
Observed walk in cooler ambient thermometer in disrepair.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed washed diced strawberries stored inside original produce container at bar. Discussed with bartender.
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table.
Apr 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing vcacum breaker on bib of the splitter at mop sink.m
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked tempura shrimp cooling on the counter not protected and exposed.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 3CS removed, dish machine added, hand washing sinks added, cold holding units added, and hand washing sinks removed at extended bar area. Also observed dish machine and 3CS added preparation area and storage shed at exterior of property with no plans submitted or approved by plan review.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for employee restroom in back prep kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. License was displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed in disrepair: handle of reach in cooler in back prep area near Walk in Freezer, also the same unit missing the inside door panel for both doors. Observed disrepair curtains and missing vent cover for the walk in cooler in main kitchen area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at the handwash station at the bar and sushi kitchen and observed in employee bathroom on back prep kitchen area. Observed hand-wash signs were placed.
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority6 Intermediate9 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 dishwasher chlorine concentration 0ppm. Second test chlorine concentration 200ppm.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed two raw shelled eggs broken shells in the reach in cooler next to walk in at the back prep kitchen area. Chef disposed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shrimp marked cooling 2/10 @ 6:33 pm (44F - found in Cold Holding); raw beef marked cooling 2/10 @ 12:28 (49F - found in Cold Holding); raw beef marked cooling 2/07 (45F - found in Cold Holding),cooked chicken (2/10) (49F - Cold Holding); Also observed two raw shelled broken in the reach in cooler. A stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken prepared (2/10) (49F - Cold Holding). As per chef, since yesterday. Chef disposed food
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed raw shrimp marked cooling 2/10 @ 6:33 pm (44F - found in Cold Holding); raw beef marked cooling 2/10 @ 12:28 (49F - found in Cold Holding); raw beef marked cooling 2/07 (45F - found in Cold Holding). A stop sale was issued. Chef disposed food.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing vcacum breaker on bib of the splitter at mop sink.m
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ambient thermometer at 50°F in reach cooler in prep back area. Thermometer was replaced with a new one, read at 41°F upon checking at the end of inspection.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed female employee unaware the procedures of 3 compartment sink. Employee was coached.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked tempura shrimp cooling on the counter not protected and exposed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning sponge and wiping cloth since the handwashing station in the back prep kitchen area.
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed no chlorine strips available for dishwasher. Chef was able to provide.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed 3CS removed, dish machine added, hand washing sinks added, cold holding units added, and hand washing sinks removed at extended bar area. Also observed dish machine and 3CS added preparation area and storage shed at exterior of property with no plans submitted or approved by plan review.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for employee restroom in back prep kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed. License was displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal backpack placed on top of boxes of oranges and next to bonito flakes.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple working pans, food pans wet nesting on both shelves in the dishwasher area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed in disrepair: handle of reach in cooler in back prep area near Walk in Freezer, also the same unit missing the inside door panel for both doors. Observed disrepair curtains and missing vent cover for the walk in cooler in main kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon of soy sauce buckets and 20 lbs buckets of pickled ginger stored on the floor of walk in cooler in the back prep kitchen. Also observed rice and soy sauce gallon buckets stored on the floor in the storage area outside.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed missing at the handwash station at the bar and sushi kitchen and observed in employee bathroom on back prep kitchen area. Observed hand-wash signs were placed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gasket of walk in cooler in main kitchen and reach in cooler in prep back kitchen. Also observed soiled vents inside the walk in cooler in back prep kitchen.
Sep 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler door handle.
Ceiling tile missing. Front food Preparation area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the dishwasher area
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 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. Email operator form
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. Observed Jorge Zuniga, Gerardo Gonzalez, Emmy Godoy, Ismael Martinez All expired 08/05/24
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cook line hand washing sink soap dispenser emptied. Operator refilled container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in the preparation area ceiling tiles in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in the kitchen, prep area, dishwasher area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken floor tiles in the dishwasher area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the wall in the bar area next to the dishwasher.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At front kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, brown rice, panko containers not labeled.
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored in non food grade bag in walk in freezer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cooling) at sushi station low boy cooler. As per employee for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued. Informed operator that food cannot be served to the public.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cooling) at sushi station low boy cooler. As per employee for more than 4 hours. Stop sale issued. Informed operator that food cannot be served to the public.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stainless steel cleaner being stored in kitchen. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of microwave at server station soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed brush and metal scrub being stored in hand wash sink in bar area. And observed metal scrub stored in main kitchen hand handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed togo salads in clamshell containers in server station not date marked. As per operator for more than 24 hours. Coached operator on proper date marking. Also observed bucket of shrimp sauce in reach in cooler not labeled, as per operator for more than 24 hours.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food handler certification expired for Alexander Z. Gerardo G.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed porous and not easily cleanable ceiling tiles at preparation and dishwashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed one ceiling tile missing in dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair in teppanaki kitchen and back door.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water damage on two ceiling tiles in the kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at sushi station.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine at bar inoperable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers, wet nesting at dishwasher shelf area. Coached operator and employee on proper method and storage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair in low boy reach in cooler at sushi line. Also observed liner missing from interior of reach in cooler, reach in freezer and lid of sushi station cooler. Also observed plastic liner protective cover peeling in interior bar ice machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. observed gap at threshold on right side of back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauce, being stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Coached operator on proper storage.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed scoop handle and contact with ice at bar ice bin. Operator rearrange handle to not touch ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at walk-in produce cooler. Also observed interior of ice machine soiled in main kitchen.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed unwrapped plasticware single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched at server station.
Jun 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer at bar area soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bag inside hand washing sink at bar area. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with water damage by dishwasher area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed inside reach in cooler by walk in freezer. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce store on floor at walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. On ice machine operator moved them.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled it
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Dry bins not labeled
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.