What is Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant's health inspection score?

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 82 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant last inspected?

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant was last inspected on September 17, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant have?

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant has 35 total violations across 16 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant safe to eat at?

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant has a good safety record with a score of 82/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant serve?

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant

Name: Sushi Masa Baton Rouge-restaurant
Address: 5837 ESSEN LN, Baton Rouge, 70810
Rating: 82

5837 ESSEN LN, Baton Rouge

Last inspected 8mo ago

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0Good

American

Better than 22% of american restaurants

Declining

10 inspections

Last: Sep 17, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

40%

Clean Rate

3.5

Avg Violations

9 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Handwashing

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-18

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-13 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-10 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Aug

Oct 2024

2 inspections

10 basic

Dec 2024

2 inspections

4 basic

Dec

Jan 2025

1 inspections

Mar 2025

1 inspections

4 basic

Mar

Jun 2025

2 inspections

5 basic

Sep 2025

1 inspections

9 basic

Sep

Inspection History

10 records on file

6 Routine1 Complaint3 Re-inspection

Sep 25

Routine InspectionLatest

9 Basic

9 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

Basic (9)

−18 pts

CROSS1705 - Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food.−2
LINEN/LAUNDRY,4113.2 - Soiled linens are not stored to prevent contamination of food, clean equipment, clean utensils, single service or single use articles.−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
WARE2515.2 - Equipment and utensils are not air-dried. Wet nesting−2
PROHIBITED1503 - Food is stored under a possible source of contamination.−2
PACKAGED1505 - Packaged food is stored in direct contact with ice or water.−2
FLOORS3701.5 - Floors are not clean. Behind sushi bar−2
PERSONAL3903 - Employees’ personal care items are stored where food equipment, utensils, linens, single service items or single use items may be contaminated.−2
CROSS1705 - Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food.−2

Base deductions−18 pts

Jun 25

Routine Inspection

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

CROSS1705 - Raw animal food is not separated from ready to eat food, or is placed, stored or displayed above ready to eat food. Eggs−2
HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
FOOD2501 - Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch. Ice machine−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2

Base deductions−10 pts

Jun 25

Complaint InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 25

Routine Inspection

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

FOOD1501.1 - Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.−2
FOOD1501.4 - Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.−2
WALLS3703.3 - Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not clean.−2
PROHIBITED1503 - Food is stored under a possible source of contamination.−2

Base deductions−8 pts

Jan 25

Re-inspection InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 24

Routine Inspection

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

EQUIPMENT2513 - Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF.−2
PROHIBITED1503 - Food is stored under a possible source of contamination. Tomato can−2
PLUMBING/GREASE3101 - Plumbing is not maintained. Front hands sink−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2

Base deductions−8 pts

Dec 24

Re-inspection InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 24

Re-inspection InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 24

Routine Inspection

10 Basic

10 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Basic (10)

−20 pts

HAND3109.5 - Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.−2
PROHIBITED1503 - Food is stored under a possible source of contamination. OYSTER SAUCE−2
INSECT3503.1 - The insect control device is located above a food preparation area.−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
WARE2515.2 - Equipment and utensils are not air-dried. WET NESTING−2
FOOD1501.3 - Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination−2
LINEN/LAUNDRY,4113.1 - Soiled linens are not kept in clean , non-absorbent receptacles or clean washable laundry bags.−2
EQUIPMENT2101.2 - Food scoop is constructed without a handle.−2
EQUIPMENT2513 - Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75ºF.−2
PLUMBING/GREASE3101 - Plumbing is not maintained. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK−2

Base deductions−20 pts

Aug 24

Routine Inspection

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

FOOD1501.4 - Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.−2
FLOORS3701.5 - Floors are not clean. Walk in cooler−2
PERSONNEL911 - Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment, utensils or other items requiring protection were stored.−2

Base deductions−6 pts

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Data source: Florida DBPR · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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