SUSHI SAKE
Southwest 8th Street
Miami, Florida, 33130
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.0/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/2/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
3
Basic
2
Total
6
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.in the walk in cooler. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour, rice and panko crumbs container with no name label. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled egg (72F - Cold Holding); tempura mix (70F - Cold Holding) stored on top of the prep table by the cook line for less than 4 hours, as per operator. Operator placed items in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 03G-38-4:Intermediate - Acidity of each batch of sushi rice not tested with a pH meter and results recorded as required. Observed sushi rice in the rice maker, operator has no testing device. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed strainer stored inside prep area handwashing sink. Operator removed. Warning
- 53B-01-5: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. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/2/2025 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 3 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 11/4/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
4
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 10-17-4:Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 6 knives stored between oven and prep table at sushi station.
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on shelves over triple sink.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour and sugar stored in plastic containers without label at prep area.
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer inside hand sink at prep area. Operator removed the item. Also observed at front counter. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-05-6: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 4+ food employees.
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/4/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 5/7/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Women bathroom.
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/7/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).