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AMAZONIA NIKKEI

6704 MAIN ST, Miami Lakes FL 33014 · 7867904731

Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats66
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2336857
Grade history
JUN 24
NOV 24
APR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between C and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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. Emailed form to operator. Form was printed out and posted.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jun 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over pastas inside Walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed raw shell eggs over raw onions in walk in cooler. Time Extended
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed cook chill food and food vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours. Observed beef and ribs.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed cook chill food and vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours, observed risotto,cooked beef,mashed potatoes, cooked pork, cooked fish, raw fish, cooked duck. Admin Complaint
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed cook chill food and food vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours. Observed beef and ribs.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed cook chill food and vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours, observed risotto,cooked beef,mashed potatoes, cooked pork, cooked fish, raw fish, cooked duck. Admin Complaint
Jun 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over beef in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed raw shell eggs over raw onions. Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sushi rice.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · 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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sushi rice. Admin Complaint
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sushi rice.
High priority/03F-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · 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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sushi rice. Admin Complaint
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed cooked duck, cooked beef, cooked quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed risotto,picaña,cooked beef,mashed potatoes, cooked pork, cooked fish, raw fish, cooked duck in ROP with more than 48 hours not labeled it in walk in cooler. Admin Complaint
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Still observed Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed duck, beef, quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Basic/03G-53-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Observed risotto,picaña,cooked beef,mashed potatoes, cooked pork, cooked fish, raw fish, cooked duck using ROP method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Admin Complaint
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Still observed Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 23, 2026 · Still observed Time Extended
Apr 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over pastas inside Walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-05-6/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed cook chill food and food vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours. Observed beef and ribs.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef steak (120 F - Hot Holding) in kitchen. As per Operator meat has been there for 2 hours. Operator started to reheat meat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS sink in Bar not used for hand washing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed cook chill food and food vacuum packaged holds for more than 48 hours. Observed beef and ribs.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pastas not date marke inside reach in cooler in front counter. As per Operator pastas were cooked last Sunday April 19, 2026.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal phone by food in kitchen. Operator removed phone.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed them from floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored under AC vents. Observed huancaina sauce under AC vents dripping in kitchen. Operator removed food.
Basic/08B-52-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled in kitchen.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with water unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dec 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shell eggs over beef in walk in cooler. Operator properly stored it.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sushi rice.
High priority/01B-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Sushi rice.
High priority/03F-02-5/Warning
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed cooked duck, cooked beef, cooked quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed gallons of soap storage on hand sink located next to dishwasher machine.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple fish box on walk in freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed duck, beef, quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Basic/03G-53-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Croutons, ground cookies, sugar containers.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Jun 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ground tuna, ground salmon in ROP no frozen in walk in cooler.
High priority/03G-04-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Still waiting for OPQ Time Extended
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed ground tuna, ground salmon in ROP no frozen in walk in cooler.
High priority/03G-05-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Still waiting for OPQ Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over raw corn, in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Observed raw shells eggs over raw beef in walk in cooler shell. Time Extended
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed duck, beef, quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Plan submitted, Still waiting for OPQ. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food cases in walk in cooler/ freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Observed cases of seafood on walk in freezer floor, observed potatoes, lemon, onions on walk in cooler floor. Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date.
Basic/03G-53-1/Warning/Return visit Jun 24, 2025 · Plan submitted, Still waiting for OPQ. Time Extended
Apr 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed ground tuna, ground salmon in ROP no frozen in walk in cooler.
High priority/03G-04-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed ground tuna, ground salmon in ROP no frozen in walk in cooler.
High priority/03G-05-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken over raw corn, in walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ground tuna, ground salmon in ROP no frozen in walk in cooler.
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed duck, beef, quinoa, risotto, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, salsa boloñesa, cooked vegetables.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Intermediate/31B-06-4/Warning
Ceiling tile missing.
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee placed food items on her mouse while preparing food. Instructed operator regarding procedures.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food cases in walk in cooler/ freezer floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensil inside standing water at 85°F. Operator discarded it.
Basic/10-07-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date.
Basic/03G-53-1/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Apr 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use.
High priority/03G-05-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed Cooked duck, cooked beef in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food.
Intermediate/03G-18-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food boxes underneath of the walk in freezer shelves.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 15, 2025 · Still observed Time Extended
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use.
High priority/03G-05-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed Cooked duck, cooked beef in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container and dirty dishes storage in hand sink located next to dishwasher machine.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food.
Intermediate/03G-18-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food boxes underneath of the walk in freezer shelves.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Aug 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touched bread and cooked burger without gloves. Operator discarded burger and bread, and placed pair of gloves on hands.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use.
High priority/03G-05-5/Warning
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed employee touched bread and cooked burger without gloves. Operator discarded burger and bread, and placed pair of gloves on hands.
High priority/01B-12-4/Warning
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed cooked beef on reduced oxygen packaged cooked from more than 48 hours without label.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by bag of dirty table cloth and napkins.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4/Warning
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Sushi rice.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Warning
Temperature not monitored, not recorded and/or the records not maintained for 6 months during cooling process of cook-chill/sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food.
Intermediate/03G-18-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above three compartment sink.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed spray bottle with alcohol on preparation table. Operator properly stored.
High priority/41-07-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Emailed form to operator. Form was printed out and posted.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed package of paper towels roll on top of hand wash sink located next to dishwasher machine.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche and sushi rolls. Operator market the food items during inspection.
Intermediate/02B-01-5/Corrected On-Site
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed form to operator, operator printed out and employees signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of fish on walk in freezer floor, operator properly stored it.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink faucet.
Basic/29-08-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.