Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart
Last inspected:
870 Sw Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL 34994Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has accumulated 144 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.1 per visit. Hand washing and employee health reporting are the facility's most cited compliance failures, with 19 and 18 violations respectively. Since March 2024, the restaurant has faced repeated administrative complaints, with a November 2024 inspection documenting 18 violations in a single visit. The facility has incurred two disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages
This Facility
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 violations per inspection
Martin County Avg
3.63
violations / inspection
3.63 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Martin County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025003178 | $400.00 | Nov 5, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2024018888 | $200.00 | Mar 12, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. One of two tanks on wall to fire suppression system.
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.
Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart last inspected?
- Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Handwashing procedures.
- How many health inspections has Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart had?
- Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart find?
- Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart ever been shut down?
- No, Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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.
- Has Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart been fined?
- Sakura Japanese Buffet in Stuart has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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