SUSHI SAKE
7020 BERACASA WAY, Boca Raton FL 33433 · 7193674732
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Small top counter cooler at sushi bar at Salmon; (48F - Cold Holding); tuna (48F - Cold Holding), chef moved items and called for maintenance
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $2,440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026007226 | Dec 2, 2025 | May 18, 2026 | $1,800 |
| 2--2025028753 | Feb 17, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $640 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Dishwasher chlorine ppm at zero. Chef changed bucket and primed chlorine to 100 ppm
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Using paper towels as food liner for raw fish. Chef removed towels
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink hose Bibb has a y splitter without ahose Bibb vacuum breaker
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink at front bar.
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.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen dusty
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. See stop sale. Thawed raw tuna still in reduced oxygen packaging in walk in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation not wearing a hair restraint. Employee put on a hair restraint
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at handwashing sink at front bar
Mar 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
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.
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink at sushi station has a burner with hot oil blocking access and a tray of rice on top of sink. Blocking use.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer
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.
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.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwashing sink by preparing area has no handwashing sign
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Dec 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw non pasteurized whole shell eggs stored above buckets of ready to eat ginger dressing in walk in cooler. Employee reorganized.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged minced tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in walk in cooler. Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. Sushi rice held at front counter not discarded after 4 hour time limit. Per employee, item was prepared more than 5 hours ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. Sushi rice held at front counter not discarded after 4 hour time limit. Per employee, item was prepared more than 5 hours ago. See stop sale.
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. No time marking on sushi rice at sushi prep at counter. Per employee, rice was held out of temperature more than 5 hours ago. See stop sale.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. shrimp tempura (88F - Cooling for 1/2 hour at 1:45, 87F at 2:20) on covered pan in walk in cooler. Employee removed covering to increase cooling rate.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front cook line hand sink used to store cooking utensils. Back prep area hand sink used to store food storage containers. Employee removed items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles containing degreaser not labeled at ware washing machine and front cook line area. Employee labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged minced tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over buckets of ready to eat sauce in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged minced tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Food prep rack stored in front of sushi prep handwashing sink. Food prep tray stored on top of sushi prep handwashing sink. Operator reorganized.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of glass cleaner not labeled at sushi prep area. Operator labeled.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged minced tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
Heavy ice buildup in reach-in walk-in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen shrimp thawing in standing water at triple sink. Operator placed item under running water.
Feb 18, 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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Spray bottle containing sanitizer solution not labeled at hostess stand.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of chicken stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Feb 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat carrot/onion mixture in sushi line flip top cooler. Raw beef stored above ready to eat mushrooms and lemons in four drawer cooler under grill top. Operator reorganized.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Krab salad (51F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F - Cold Holding) stored in walk in cooler for less than 3 hours. Operator called service and moved items to separate reach in cooler to ensure proper cold holding.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Frying pans stored in handwashing sink by front sushi prep/cook line areas. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by sushi prep line.
Spray bottle containing sanitizer solution not labeled at hostess stand.
Floor heavily soiled/has accumulation of debris around ware washing areas.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of chicken stored on floor of walk in freezer.
Heavy ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Sep 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over cooked vegetables. Chef moved eggs to bottom shelf
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink at front bar full with cloth towels and cleaning items. Manager removed items
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sinks in kitchen area and front bar.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Form was emailed
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl's being used as scoops for cook rice and raw rice. Chef discarded bowls
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Cup of water on the cutting board in kitchen area. Chef discarded cup of water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has ice buildup
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk in freezer door missing gasket.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Small top counter cooler at sushi bar at Salmon; (48F - Cold Holding); tuna (48F - Cold Holding), chef moved items and called for maintenance
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Portable water tank not enclosed or sloped to drain properly. Hws sink in men's restroom not draining. Manager unclogged sink
Nov 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. In the prep area, there are two pots sushi rice stored with no time mark. T8me marks were applied.
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.