SUSHI SAKE

High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed personal medication on top on prep area where sauces and to go dishes are made. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed vacuum breaker device missing at hose Bibb connection in the mop sink.

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap on handwashing station next to grilled station.

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed dry storage rack with rusted shelves.

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle unlabeled on front counter at restaurant entrance. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic container used as a scoop inside rice container. Operator removed bowl. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles inside kitchen prep area with water damage.

Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed paper towel used as a food contact surface to cover sushi rice in the kitchen back prep area.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal item on top of prep table in back kitchen prep area next to walk in cooler.

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall next to back exit in disrepair.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign next to hand wash station near cook line.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover soiled on top of walk in freezer.

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind handwashing sink soiled wall next to grilled station.

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Oberserved food being thawed inside hand washing sink at three compartment sink. Food was removed. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: Oberserved food being thawed inside hand washing sink at three compartment sink. Coached manager in correct procedure.. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at back of kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: Observed at back of kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at back of freezer under cooling unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: Observed ice buildup at back of freezer under cooling unit. Time Extended

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over garlic butter at reach in cooler at hibachi area. Employee rearranged products. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scoop stored in standing water at front line. Manager removed water and washed, rinsed and sanitized scoop and holster. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Observed ice bucket not stored inverted on ice machine. Manager inverted bucket. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Manager turned cold water on over product. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at warewashing and preparation area.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at preparation area.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cutting board at sushi station at far end of front counter.

Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and ice machine gaskets in disrepair.

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup under cooling equipment at back walk-in freezer unit. Repeat Violation

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

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottles not labeled with common name at sushi station and front counter.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw lobster wrapped in plastic wrap stored over container of ice cream at reach in freezer at front counter. Employee rearranged products. Corrected On-Site

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled standing water at front counter. Employee removed water and took items to wash, rinse and sanitize. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Observed Interior of microwave near salad reach in cooler has accumulation of old food debris. Employee began removing debris.

Basic - Observed heavy accumulation of Ice buildup in walk-in freezer on floor underneath fan. Repeat Violation

Basic - Observed ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine at kitchen. Employee inverted ice bucket. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at front counter. Employee inverted items. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water at ware washing area. Employee placed product under cool running water. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs at reach in cooler at sushi area. Advised operator to rearrange products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed juice machine with old food debris. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge inside hand sink at sushi area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket not inverted on top of ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drink stored inside reach in cooler at cook line. Employee remove and discarded drink. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee using spatula to handle raw shrimp and then ready-to-eat fried rice and mixed vegetables without first washing, rinsing and sanitizing tongs. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching rice inside container. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at front counter area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at front counter area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of reach in cooler at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-12: Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish racks stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish racks stored in front of hand sink at ware washing area. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed time as a public health control written procedures not completed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed time as a public health control written procedures not completed. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled located by sushi cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed interior of ice machine soiled located by sushi cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Also Observed water stains on ceiling tiles at kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Also Observed water stains on ceiling tiles at kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth inside of rice wine vinegar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed wiping cloth inside of rice wine vinegar. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of sauce stored on the floor located on the walk in cooler. employee removed the container from the floor. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed container of sauce stored on the floor located on the walk in cooler. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in coolers near the front cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Observed no ambient thermometer inside the reach in coolers near the front cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-05: Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Time Extended

High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw salmon and then began to assemble and cut sushi roll with cooked eel. Coached employee on proper hand washing practices and procedures. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed tempura crumbs stored on non food grade paper towels at preparation area. Observed non food grade brush touching sauce at preparation area.

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed sushi rice and cream cheese not labeled at sushi area. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly Observed can of butane stored near sushi rice at front counter. Observed 2 plastic spray bottles of sanitizer stored over preparation table. Corrected On-Site

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.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic and metal sponges stored inside hand sink at sushi area.

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.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.cut tuna

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at sushi area and kitchen.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor at sushi area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service trays not inverted at front counter. Observed single service trays stored on floor at sushi area. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Stored food not covered.Observed containers of flour and rice not covered at storage area. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with black substance near 3 compartment sink. Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

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.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with accumulated food debris.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of rice stored inside hand sink at ware washing area. Employee removed container. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

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.

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled.

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls not inverted at at sushi preparation area.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled at walk in freezer.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers of sauces stored on floor at walk in cooler. Observed plastic container of rice stored on floor across from walk in freezer.

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop holster soiled.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed beer reach in cooler at front counter area soiled with slimy substance.

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at front counter. Repeat Violation

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near 3 compartment sink soiled with black substance.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs at reach in cooler at sushi area.

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container of carrots stored inside hand sink at ware washing area. Employee removed item. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed tray of shrimp tempura not date marked. As per chef, item was prepared on the previous day.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located near walk in freezer.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of sauce stored on floor near walk in cooler. Employee placed items on shelf. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located at back storage area.

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located at woman's bathroom.

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed at storage shelves above 3 compartment sink.

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service trays not inverted at sushi area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at reach in cooler at front counter containing beer.

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk in cooler fan covers soiled with accumulated dust. Employee began removing debris. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container used to scoop flour from bin. Manager removed and discarded Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles in kitchen area

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone and keys on prep table. Manager removed items Corrected On-Site

Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at back door Repeat Violation

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

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

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted on shelf Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed soiled fan cover in walk in cooler

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour bin missing label

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed miso soup on warmer unit at 125°f Hot holding. Employee put sup to reheat to 165°f. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine at 200 ppm. Manager replaced sanitizer solution chlorine at 50 ppm Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on employee bathroom. Repeat Violation

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed next to back door.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Observed on storage area by back door.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers with soy sauce stored on the floor Employee stored food containers six inches above floor. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.