BELLY FISH
3060 SW 37 AVE UNIT 104, Miami FL 33146 · 786-546-4224
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table across from fryer crispy rice (119F - Hot Holding). Operator began to reheat.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed at reach in cooler gallon of milk stored with no opening date marked after to track.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at entrance of kitchen used as dump sink with food remnants inside.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back pack stored on dry storage rack. Employee removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at walk in cooler.
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at dishwashing area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave at waiter station soiled with food splatter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of hamachi and storage rack placed to thaw at room temperature. Operator removed and placed into walk in cooler.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at shelf next to fryer at cook line gyoza (74F - Hot Holding); tempura shrimp (68F - Hot Holding). As per chef less than 1 hour.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed spilled sauce on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer and at walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Napkins Observed box of napkins and condiments cups stored on floor.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with accumulation of dust.
Food stored on floor. Observed at rear of kitchen storage area, plastic gallon of cooking oil stored on floor. Operator removed and stored onto lower shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at walk in freezer throughout.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed stored over rolling container of dry rice. Operator removed container of rice.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in freezer trays of crispy rice stored under vent uncovered.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 400+ppm). Operator began to dilute.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm); operator began to dilute.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at rear of kitchen used to store cleaning supplies.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink at dish washing area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in ice machine at rear of kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with accumulation of dust.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license dated 10/1/2024 posted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food store over establishment drinks at reach in cooler.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed establishment operating with 44 seats, establishment has submitted plans for seating increase but plans are not yet approved. Plan review is waiting for written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer, containers of tuna stored on floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest reach in freezer.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at front counter ice machine.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed stored over storage rack in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at oven with food and grease build up.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed throughout kitchen.
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table across from fryer crispy rice (119F - Hot Holding). Operator began to reheat.
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. Observed in walk in cooler frozen, reduced oxygen packaged tuna not removed from packaging to thaw.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed establishment has submitted plans for seating increase but plans are not yet approved. Plan review is waiting for written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer, containers of Wagyu beef and tuna stored on floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at prep table across from cook line, to go container not inverted.
May 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink next to exit door.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of edamame at prep cooler across from cook line. Chef removed bowl.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed establishment has submitted plans for seating increase but plans are not yet approved. Plan review is waiting for written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer, containers of Wagyu beef and tuna stored on floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at rear kitchen prep area. Chef removed and placed in triple sink to clean.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at oven at cook line.
May 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Alexander D as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months.
Feb 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed for Alexander D as per operator working at the establishment for more than two months.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment in the process of expanding seating capacity by increasing floor space, and remodeling of kitchen area.
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.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of ovens soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris, opposite cookline.
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