Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton
Last inspected:
271 Se Mizner Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has accumulated 256 violations across 46 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.6 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for fly activity and roach activity. Fire inspections identified three safety violations, including a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone that persisted from 2015 through at least early 2023. The restaurant has faced 8 disciplinary actions totaling $7,360 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $3,000. Recent patterns show recurring high-priority violations in 2024 and 2025, with an administrative complaint recommended in August 2024 for 21 violations and again in February 2025 for 20 violations.
Most recent closure: July 11, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
This Facility
5.5
violations / inspection
5.5 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg
3.77
violations / inspection
3.77 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Palm Beach County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Emergency Closure History (2)
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (8)
Total fines on record: $7,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026003461 | $600.00 | Nov 5, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025027861 | $3,000.00 | Feb 11, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2024059357 | $1,600.00 | Aug 13, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2023039372 | $800.00 | Jul 12, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2023014736 | $400.00 | Feb 18, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022049224 | $360.00 | Aug 24, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2019046996 | $200.00 | Aug 21, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019045454 | $400.00 | Jul 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to ladies restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-18: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Next to ladies restroom.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. On floor by walk in freezer. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections35 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections37 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton last inspected?
- Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton last shut down?
- Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton was last shut down on July 11, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton?
- The most frequently cited violations at Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton had?
- Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton find?
- Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
- Yes, Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
- Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
- Has Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $7,360.00 in fines.
- How much has Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton been fined?
- Yakitori Sake House in Boca Raton has been fined a total of $7,360.00 across 8 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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