Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine
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120 San Marco Ave, Saint Augustine, FL 32084Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed twice for roach and rodent activity, most recently on September 23, 2025. The facility has accumulated 239 violations across 25 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations recurred persistently across the record: handwashing and hand-washing facility violations appeared in 11 inspections, chemical storage violations in 9 inspections, employee health policy violations in 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 5 inspections. The September 2025 emergency closure triggered an immediate callback inspection on September 24, which showed compliance; however, the January 14, 2026 routine inspection documented 18 new violations including two high-priority employee health policy violations, two high-priority time-as-control violations, and violations involving approved food sources and proper hand and arm washing. The facility has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,400 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 was completed with no further action required, though the violation count and pattern of recurring deficiencies indicate ongoing systemic compliance challenges.
Most recent closure: September 23, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025081717 | $800.00 | Sep 23, 2025 | Orlando | |
| 5--2025006044 | $600.00 | Oct 23, 2024 | Orlando |
Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine was last shut down on September 23, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine had?
- Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine find?
- Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Sakada Japanese Steak House in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $1,400.00 across 2 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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