SUSHI SAKE
12901 MCGREGOR BLVD UNIT 23, Fort Myers FL 33919 · 305-994-7477
Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 15 small flying insects throughout kitchen and sushi bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026014860 | Jan 13, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 13, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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 concentration at 0 ppm.
Jan 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate2 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 concentration at 0 ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment. Educated operator on the importance of having vacuum breaker.
Failure to maintain freezing records on nonexempt fish for 90 days.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pan with sponges and water stored inside handwashing sink at cook line. Educated operator on handwashing sink only. Operator removed container.
No 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 at sushi bar. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Spray bottle in dishwash area containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container at tea/beverage station.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not washing hands before putting on gloves after picking up dropped item from floor. Educated employee. Employee washed hands and put in new pair of gloves.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb behind establishment.
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. Provided operator with procedures.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Microwave oven.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled cooking pan stored in hand wash sink at cook line.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Observed 4 employees present during inspection prepping food. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sink at cook line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed purse stored on slicer. Operator removed purse.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink broken and cannot be used as a mop sink.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed broken outdoor mop sink not connect to drain.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packaged frozen fish thawing at room temperature. Operator placed fish in reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 12/01/2024. Operator renewed license at time of inspection.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler; raw chicken stored over ready to eat carrots. Operator removed carrots to proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at sushi bar; raw salmon (46F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator items placed in reach-in cooler for 3 hours. Operator removed the items to reach in freezer; raw salmon (41 - Cold Holding); raw tuna (41 - Cold Holding);
Grease on the ground and pad around grease receptacle.
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof for employees hired more than 60 days. Yelba Vargas Jessica Gomez Jonathan Hernandez Aimara Mollinedo Dariela Tavera
Sep 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 15 small flying insects throughout kitchen and sushi bar.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a walk in cooler- not all products commercially packaged. In Walk-in cooler; raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator removed raw chicken to bottom shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In rice maker; Sushi rice (103F- hot holding). Per operator rice has been placed on steam table for 3 hours and do change rice for every four hours.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink at sushi bar used to wash vegetable. Discussed operator about hand washing sink only for handwashing.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof for employees hired more than 60 days. Yelba Vargas Jessica Gomez Jonathan Hernandez Aimara Mollinedo Dariela Tavera
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. Provided operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Sushi rice (103F- hot holding)has time marked, no written procedures. Provided operator Time as Public Health Control form.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Operator stored protected.
Food stored on floor. Onion stored on floor next to reach in freezer. Operator removed onion to shelf.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed sweet potatoes stored over ready eat cut watermelon in Walk-in cooler. Operator removed cut watermelon to top shelf.
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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