Sushi Sake

431 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Sushi Sake has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 6, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

The city-wide average for Miami Beach sits at 69, putting Sushi Sake on the better side of that line. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Expired chlorine test kit on November 1, 2025 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed by sushi station RIC.

21-12-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

22-20-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at sushi station area.

14-09-4

Jan 31, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Oct 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**

53A-05-6

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**

35B-01-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Aug 27, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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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/

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.

53B-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle use to dispense chicken at reach in cooler across cook line. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates not inverted above reach in cooler.

24-05-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal food stored at reach in cooler. Chef removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed above 3 compartment sink.

24-08-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in cooler across cook line.

23-03-4

Nov 15, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler gasket soiled.

23-03-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Sake last inspected?

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

What is the most common violation at Sushi Sake?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sushi Sake.

How does Sushi Sake compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Sushi Sake most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Sushi Sake's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sushi Sake have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sushi Sake means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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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