Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton

Last inspected:

3400 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Overview

Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton has recorded 21 inspections with 133 total violations since 2022, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection—more than 20 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no emergency closures on record. High-priority violations have been recurrent, with improper cooking temperatures cited in 8 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 7 inspections, hand washing violations in 6 inspections, and shell stock handling violations in 2 inspections. A $200 disciplinary fine was issued. The facility's most recent three inspections, spanning July 21 through August 6, 2025, yielded 54 violations combined, including a complaint investigation on August 6 that resulted in "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" despite 12 violations documented. The July 22 inspection resulted in "Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended," indicating escalated formal enforcement action may be pending.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
133Violations
0Closures
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2025061636 $200.00 Jul 22, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton last inspected?
Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton?
The most frequently cited violations at Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton had?
Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton find?
Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on August 6, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
No, Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton been fined?
Santo's Modern American Buffet & Sushi in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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