Saito's Japanese Steakhouse
170 Sunset Dr Unit J155, Dania Beach, FL 33004 · Permanent Food Service · License 1625594
What drove the grade
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 23 routine inspection3 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 3 basic-9
- Safety score91
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitSep 23, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
6 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate3
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
At sushi bar, handwashing sink used to store dirty dishes. Employee cleared sink.
Fixed on the spot
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
At bar, no paper towels provided. Operator provided paper towels.
Fixed on the spot
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
At bar, spray bottle with sanitizer not la. Operator labeled bottle.
Fixed on the spot
Basic3
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored on floor.
In dry storage, three bags of rice stored on floor. Operator,iced bags to shelf.
Fixed on the spot
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.
At expo line in kitchen, standing water with in use rice spoon. 78°F Discussed with operator to keep water at 135°F or above or no water at all. Operator put hot water in container 190°F
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
In walk in freezer, ice buildup on floor.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.