Sushi Sake
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
39
Score
Sushi Sake appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 19, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near 10 violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 70, which Sushi Sake's 39 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
5
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (71F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across from cook line, as per operator for one hour.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (120F - Hot Holding) in prep area behind sushi station, as per operator for 2 hours.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed sushi chef put on new pair of gloves and begin to prepare customer order without first washing hands. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of tempura shrimp in prep area.
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lobster tails stored over pineapple inside reach in cooler in storage area. Operator removed lobster tails. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled in dish area.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath fryer soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer/cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer soiled with flour debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
39
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks stored over washed mushrooms inside reach in cooler across from grill. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packaging stored over raw shrimp inside reach in freezer in back area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris underneath fryer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen areas. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer heavily soiled with food debris across from cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-07: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
61
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw chicken, changed gloves without washing hands in between and continued to prep customer order.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steaks stored over washed mushrooms inside reach in cooler across from grill.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from commercially processed packaging stored over raw shrimp inside reach in freezer in back area.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed krab salad (49F - Cold Holding) at sushi reach in cooler, as per operator for 4 hours.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for 30 mins. Observed krab salad (49F - Cold Holding) at sushi reach in cooler, as per operator for 4 hours.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in prep sink.
12A-03-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed sushi reach in cooler with ambient temperature 47F.
14-74-7
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris underneath fryer.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor next to fryer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled in kitchen areas.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer heavily soiled with food debris across from cook line.
22-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler/freezer handles soiled in kitchen area.
23-24-4
32
Jun 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored inside the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Observed a lot of food debris inside the hand wash sink at the front area. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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.Manager did not provided food handler training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Observed food handler trainings for Alberto Vazquez expired 5/6/2025, Aiden Garcia expired 5/7/2025, Patricia Romero expired 05/7/2025, and Claudia Vidal expired 5/07/2025. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed a can of monster drink stored inside the reach in freezer at the front counter. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Employee eating while preparing food. Observed a thermo and an opened bottle stored on top of the preparation table at the front counter. **Time Extended**
12B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in door gaskets soiled at the front line and also hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Observed reach in door gaskets soiled at the front line and also hood filters soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - very slow draining water in handwash sink at the kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-24: very slow draining water in handwash sink at the kitchen area next to the 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
61
Apr 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled equipment to the kitchen also touched her face then handled clean equipment without washing hands. **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed pesticide stored above hand wash sink at kitchen area.. **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Observed 2 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 stored inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. Stop sale was issued. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container stored inside the hand wash sink in the kitchen area. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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/. Observed 7 employees at the time of the inspection **Warning**
53A-05-6
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.Manager did not provided food handler training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front line. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - 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. Observed 2 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 stored inside the reach in cooler at the front counter. Stop sale was issued. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. Observed a can of monster drink stored inside the reach in freezer at the front counter. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic oil container and soy sauce stored on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in door gaskets soiled at the front line and also hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - very slow draining water in handwash sink at the kitchen area. **Warning**
29-20-5
27
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touched his head to fix the cap and then engage in food preparation without washing hands.
12A-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling with accumulated dust above sushi station at the front.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
67
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura. Manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed 1 employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Time Extended**
13-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket with ginger stored on the floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed plastic bucket with soy sauce stored on the floor. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
21-12-4
74
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup used as scoop inside the tempura. Manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board at the sushi station not longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair located by the back door. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bucket with ginger stored on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Also observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the sushi preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
58
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Sake last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Sake on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Sake?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Sushi Sake.
How does Sushi Sake compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Sushi Sake most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Sushi Sake's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushi Sake have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sushi Sake 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 Sushi Sake inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Sake is inspected around three times per year on average.
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