Sakamori

18001 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sakamori four times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 6, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to the broader Sunny Isles Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.

50-17-3

Basic - Observed various takeout containers and cups stored on floor. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Nov 4, 2024

Routine - Food

7 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor in dry storage area.

24-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area.

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Repeat Violation**

10-07-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler/ freezer gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in container of peas. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Nov 7, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top fries.

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Intermediate - 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-27-4

Intermediate - 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being stored in pan of beans and bag of rice. **Repeat Violation**

14-01-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. **Repeat Violation**

10-20-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop being stored in standing water. Water 74°F and located next to rice cooker.

10-07-4

Jan 24, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sakamori last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sakamori on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sakamori?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sakamori.

How does Sakamori compare to other restaurants in Sunny Isles Beach?

Sakamori most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Sunny Isles Beach average of 74.

Has Sakamori's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sakamori have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sakamori means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Sakamori inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sakamori is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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