Sakura Buffet
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
16
Score
Sakura Buffet has been inspected 15 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 12 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
“Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to other DeLand restaurants (averaging 73), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
15
Inspections
7
Critical latest
1
Major latest
14
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. - ibuprofen, vitamins stored on high shelf over prep coolers. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - sausage, 130F, on buffet less than 1 hour
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - eel, 45F, sushi prep area
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shrimp over sauce buckets in walk in cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. - oyster shells used to hold crab stuffing
22-45-4
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. - chlorine provided for manual sanitization is not rated for sanitizing food contact surfaces . Operator purchased approved sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-48-5
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. - fried noodles in open pan not under sneeze guard **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at bathroom handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. - plates at sushi area **Corrected On-Site**
24-11-4
Basic - Shells of oysters/clams/mussels/crabs shucked onsite used to serve food more than once. - oyster shells reused for crab stuffing
25-39-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed produce over sauces in produce cooler. Operator relocated . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - sugar, MSG, salt mix
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - MSG **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - employee backpack stored on table by rice pot **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - near ice machine in server area
36-22-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. - bins, buckets on the floor in walk in cooler
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - rice spoon at buffet **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, residue, or dust. - plastic box used to hold food wrap - hood filters
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
16
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
95
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
16
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp in Cookline make table unit , stored above Ready to eat food. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. **Corrected On-Site**
22-48-5
Basic - Food employee, with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Kitchen Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Freezer chest gasket soiled with grime.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Walk in cooler , stored food not covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Food stored on walk in cooler floor. Bag of potatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee drink in reach in cooler, not segregated . **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.container used to dispense corn starch in storage area.
14-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
43
Jun 11, 2024
Complaint Partial
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Round up sprayer , has Lye and is not properly labeled . Educated Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-21-4
82
Mar 8, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wait station ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Feb 5, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled eggs stored over carrots. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled eggs 45-48F on buffet line placed 30 minutes ago. Operator placed. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at wait station handwash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut cantaloupe nitro datemarked from 24 hours ago. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Kitchen floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxed chicken stored in food preparation area floor,. Container of Krab salad stored on walk in cooler floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the wait station floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-38-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface, from dish machine. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Wait station ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Crab salad stored on walk in cooler floor, uncovered, Corrected On-Site **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, by fryers. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Educated operator. **Warning**
01C-06-5
Basic - Objectionable odors in men's bathroom or other areas of the establishment. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container used to scoop rice from rice cooker. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
26
Sep 19, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline make table Container of sliced meat stored over containers under lid. Placed overnight, operator instructed to discard. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. **Corrected On-Site**
22-48-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
50
Sep 7, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
27
Jul 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - dish sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: mussels still in use, tag not able to be datemarked at this time. **Time Extended**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards stained with food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Gap in ceiling, where tubes enter at bag in box soda rack in storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. - ice cream freezer near sushi station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. - near employee restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
36-64-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
55
Jul 10, 2023
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - dish sink **Warning**
29-34-4
High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. - ice cream scoop handle not long enough to prevent customers' hands from contact ice cream on the side of containers. Advised options: obtain a scoop with a longer handle, frequently scrape sides of ice cream containers to prevent potential hand contact, or only allow employees to scoop ice cream - fried noodles displayed in open pan, not under sneeze guard. Corrective action: plan placed under sneezeguard **Warning**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. - dish washer washing pans, placing to air dry without sanitizing; corrective action: pans will be run through dish machine for sanitizing **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet station -cut lettuce (55F - Cold Holding); deviled eggs (54F - Cold Holding); less than 2 hours ; tapioca pudding (58F - Cold Holding): less than 2 hours . - octopus salad, 44F; deviled eggs 54F; tapioca pudding 58F; on buffet less than 2 hours; operator placed ice and metal containers. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. - sushi rice, 1.5 hours. Corrective action taken: time added to chart **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards stained with food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food rinsed in food preparation hand sink. Educated operator . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - handsink near walk in freezer **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade utensil provided for food contact. - drill with stirring stick **Warning**
14-14-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Crawfish 78F and clams 78F thawed out on cart by cookline , 1.5 hours. Placed in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. - mushrooms in bin staged for use at cookline have not been washed **Warning**
08B-39-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. - near employee restroom **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. - ice cream freezer near sushi station **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Gap in ceiling, where tubes enter at bag in box soda rack in storage area. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. - 1 on the floor behind ice machine in hibachi server area **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - cooked rice at cookline **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
14
Jan 9, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
11
Oct 10, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sakura Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sakura Buffet on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sakura Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sakura Buffet.
How does Sakura Buffet compare to other restaurants in DeLand?
Sakura Buffet most recently scored 16 out of 100, which is lower than the DeLand average of 73.
Has Sakura Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sakura Buffet have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sakura Buffet means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sakura Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sakura Buffet is inspected around four times per year on average.
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