Sushi Sake Miami Gardens

1608 Ne Miami Gardens Dr, Miami, FL 33179

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Sushi Sake Miami Gardens has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Dec 10, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “observed a pan” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 74, which Sushi Sake Miami Gardens' 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Observed a pan of raw salmon stored stored over/not properly separated from cooked shrimp tempura in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of cooked foods. **Repeat Violation**

14-86-1

Intermediate - Observed Handwash sink in bar area used as a dump sink. Advised manager that sink can not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

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/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.

31B-03-4

Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense cooked rice.

14-01-5

Basic - Observed Working containers of sugar and rice removed from original container not identified by common name.

02D-01-5

Aug 4, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining cut vegetables in reach in cooler. Advised chef and he removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon and raw tuna stored over ready to eat cut vegetables in walk in cooler. Advised chef and he rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter. **Repeat Violation**

25-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauce on floor in walk in cooler. Advised manager and he moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Jan 30, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed krab meat thawing in standing water. Chef moved to walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in direct customer reach.

25-27-4

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between reach in coolers. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Oct 30, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Sake Miami Gardens last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Sake Miami Gardens on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sushi Sake Miami Gardens?

Across the inspection record, “observed a pan” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sushi Sake Miami Gardens.

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

Sushi Sake Miami Gardens most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Sushi Sake Miami Gardens' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sushi Sake Miami Gardens have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sushi Sake Miami Gardens 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.

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