ASSA RESTAURANT
992 NE 167 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33162
Last inspected Jan 21, 2025 · 7 visits since November 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
NOV 23
AUG 24
JAN 25
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6+ flies in the front handwashing sink, 1 dead fly inside a cream cheese container in the front counter reach in cooler, item was discarded, approximately 4 live flies in the kitchen by the dry storage area, 2 live flies by the handwashing sink next to the bathroom.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in the kitchen soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal trays stored inside handwashing sink by the sushi station.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Ran the water for approximately 10 minutes and temperature is 75F.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran the water for approximately 10 minutes and temperature is 75F.
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In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife in between reach in cooler at the front counter. Operator removed. Observed 2 knives between prep table and wall. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Jan 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in the kitchen soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal trays stored inside handwashing sink by the sushi station.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Ran the water for approximately 10 minutes and temperature is 75F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ran the water for approximately 10 minutes and temperature is 75F.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Food stored on floor. Observed fries and flour stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife in between reach in cooler at the front counter. Operator removed. Observed 2 knives between prep table and wall. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Nissin with no manager certificate.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Niv, Richard and Jr with no employee training.
Ceiling tile missing. On top of the walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter, kitchen, ware washing area and bathroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes, to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Aug 27, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Nissin with no manager certificate.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Niv, Richard and Jr with no employee training.
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ceiling tile missing. On top of the walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter, kitchen, ware washing area and bathroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes, to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Aug 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to dump coffee and kitchen handwashing sink with food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Nissin with no manager certificate.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed 3 compartment sink with hot water at 81F.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Niv, Richard and Jr with no employee training.
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed all handwashing sinks with hot water of 81F.
Ceiling tile missing. On top of the walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphones on top of prep area in the front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter, kitchen, ware washing area and bathroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes, to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Aug 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority12 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed 5 medicine bottles on top of the prep table by the coffee station in the front counter. Operator stored properly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6+ flies in the front handwashing sink, 1 dead fly inside a cream cheese container in the front counter reach in cooler, item was discarded, approximately 4 live flies in the kitchen by the dry storage area, 2 live flies by the handwashing sink next to the bathroom.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 dead fly inside a cream cheese container in the front counter reach in cooler, item was discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (86F - Hot Holding) stored in the rice maker since over night, operator discarded item.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (86F - Hot Holding) stored in the rice maker since over night, operator discarded item. Observed cheese pizza (86F - Hot Holding); spinach calzone (79F - Hot Holding); focacha with cheese and tomatoes (89F - Hot Holding) placed 20 minutes before inspection. Operator would like to use time as a public health. Provided form to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed ware washing hand washing sink blocked by cutting boards. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink used to dump coffee and kitchen handwashing sink with food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Nissin with no manager certificate.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw tuna and raw salmon on the menu not identified. Operator marked items.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed 3 compartment sink with hot water at 81F.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter and kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees named Niv, Richard and Jr with no employee training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At the front counter, warewashing and kitchen.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed cheese pizza (86F - Hot Holding); spinach calzone (79F - Hot Holding); focacha with cheese and tomatoes (89F - Hot Holding) placed 20 minutes before inspection. Operator would like to use time as a public health. Provided form to operator.
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed all handwashing sinks with hot water of 81F.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle in the flour container in the kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. On top of the walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphones on top of prep area in the front counter.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor, and bag of onions stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter, kitchen, ware washing area and bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the pizza station and front counter reach in coolers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed pizza boxes, to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the kitchen.
Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed employee vaping the in the lobby of restaurant.
Nov 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.