Ichiban Sushi and Thai
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
43
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Ichiban Sushi and Thai, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 8, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Ichiban Sushi and Thai's 43 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
5
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.... Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. ..sushi rice at sushi station.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature...raw shrimp with raw chicken contacted each other in tall storage reach cooler . Manager properly separated **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw shell eggs above cut cabbage in reach in cooler , raw fish above tofu , eel sauce in tall storage reach in cooler . Manager properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. ..sushi rice at sushi station.See stop sale... manager discarded rice . **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen. Manager provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
43
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - 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....sushi rice at sushi station being held less than an hour. Manager time marked. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container in dumplings in reach in cooler . Employee removed paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food...raw shrimp, raw calamari above rice noodles , dumplings in reach in cooler . Employee properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit....fish eggs 64F at sushi station per operator food being held less than 4 hours , removed foot to reach in cooler . **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection...Observed at 2:50 pm , Mixed salad with cut lettuce 46F ,cut tomatoes 44F in reach in cooler . Salad was prepped 11:30 am . Took another temperature about after 15 minutes it was same temperature as above . Manager removed food to coldest area to chill fast . **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime...tempura powder container .
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance...customer bathroom and employee bathroom. Manager closed . **Corrected On-Site**
32-02-4
Basic - Nonfood/ food -contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust...prep table by the fryer, steam table at kitchen. Shelf underneath prep table at kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, dust underneath prep table , shelvings , equipment at kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack...cleaned plates stored on the shelf underneath prep table at kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
24-06-4
37
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Employee adjust hot water **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Toilet leaking.. Unisex bathroom Employee fixed leak **Corrected On-Site**
29-02-4
Basic - Reach In cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. True cooler
14-17-4
82
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In a bucket of corn starch, a pint sized container was stored inside. The item was removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
95
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor...rice stored on the floor way to upstage bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-29: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
95
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - 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....00 ppm...employee corrected at 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food....raw sea food above cut cucumber in reach in cooler at sushi station. Raw salmon above pat Thai sauce, misu past in tall two door reach in cooler . Employee properly stored food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - 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... sushi rice at sushi station being held less than 4 hours , employee time marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored...multi surface cleaner spray bottled stored on prep table at kitchen, manager moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.... Food evidence in handwashing sink at kitchen. Manager cleaned hand washing sink **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at kitchen , manager provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink at kitchen employee provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled....multi surface cleaner spray bottle . Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor...rice stored on the floor way to upstage bathroom. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris, dirt in handwashing sink.... Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease mop bucket , mop sink . **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area....wine , dry seaweed wrap stored in unused bathroom. **Warning**
08B-37-4
29
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
22-49-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Counter top sushi cooler on front counter at tuna,salmon, wahoo (48-51F - Cold Holding), chef moved items to working cooler and called for maintenance
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen and restroom
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In employee restroom hand wash sink
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
03F-10-5
50
Nov 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - 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.
53B-02-5
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ichiban Sushi and Thai last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ichiban Sushi and Thai on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ichiban Sushi and Thai?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ichiban Sushi and Thai.
How does Ichiban Sushi and Thai compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?
Ichiban Sushi and Thai most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.
Has Ichiban Sushi and Thai's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ichiban Sushi and Thai have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ichiban Sushi and Thai means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Ichiban Sushi and Thai inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ichiban Sushi and Thai is inspected around three times per year on average.
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