Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
43
Score
Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2022. Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar was last inspected on Mar 17, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Daytona Beach average 71, so Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
43
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
50
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheesecake bites 45F inside cooler in sushi bar less than 2 hours per manager, turned thermostat down **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -hole in ceiling
36-32-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -faucet at 2 compartment sink at end of sushi bar
29-11-4
64
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -some microwaves on cook line - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -corner of wall near ice machine - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -near ice machine in back - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-12: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
86
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. -container of cut lemons stored inside beverage ice in drink dispensing station near access to hibachi from back **Corrected On-Site**
08B-56-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of current food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. -current CFM expired, no other cfm at establishment. -operator stated program paid for, not yet scheduled. Callback shall occur in 60 days to verify**Warning** **Warning**
53A-02-7
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -some microwaves on cook line
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -near ice machine in back
36-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -corner of wall near ice machine
36-24-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -reach in cooler gaskets inside sushi river
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. -case of clam shell containers next to storage rack
25-05-4
58
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -cooked portioned rice inside walk in cooler 44-45F. Advised to ensure rice cools down within 6
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw beef stored above cooked noodles inside small cooler in back **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink inadequate in server station/area where ice machine/beverage station is located -operator currently installing hand sink in vicinity of ice machine.
31A-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -area near walk in freezer
36-32-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - No visible handwashing sign provided at some hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -2 compartment sink faucet inside sushi boat
29-11-4
55
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
17
Feb 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris/soil -microwave inside sushi bar -stained cutting board inside sushi bar -interior flap of ice machine
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -near walk in cooler
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk in cooler gaskets -microwave on cook line at end, 2nd from top shelf -cutting board inside sushi bar -chest freezer inside sushi bar
14-11-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -105F, manager corrected to 135F **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -hand sink next to dish machine in back
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of walk in door near gaskets -some hood filters -handwash sink inside sushi bar
23-03-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. -wood knife block, with some cracks in material
14-55-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink -underneah water line system used for sushi bar, dripping onto floor
29-11-4
58
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar.
How does Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar 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 Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sakana Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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