SUSHI SAKE ISLAMORADA
81630 OVERSEAS HWY, Islamorada FL 33036 · 7863851535
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.wahoo 51F, Eggs 71f Eggs were refrigerator to rapid
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 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.0 ppm chlorine triple sink is set to sanitize
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Brown rice at 75F more than 4 hours
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sushi tuna ring stored on handwashing sink
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In sever station observed utensils
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ice machine exterior soiled.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection.
Aug 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw shell stored over or with unwashed produce in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic butter 64F butter was refrigerated to rapid cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glue stored on food storage shelving
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. ice scoop was washed rinsed and sanitized during inspection
Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection.
Womens Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Brown rice 78F Discarded by operator
Cloth used as a food-contact surface, paper towels on top of vegetables.
Aug 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.wahoo 51F, Eggs 71f Eggs were refrigerator to rapid
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked shrimp at 91f, butter 89F Shrimp and butter and raw eggs were put into cooler to rapid cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a sponge in handwashing 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/
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Uncovered food stored near handwash sink exposed to splash.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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.