IRON SUSHI
16350 WEST DIXIE HWY, North Miami Beach FL 33160 · 954-444-1447
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,260
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021017120 | Feb 1, 2021 | Jun 30, 2021 | $200 |
| 1--2020053684 | Nov 17, 2020 | Dec 23, 2020 | $400 |
| 1--2015032649 | Jun 22, 2015 | Aug 27, 2015 | $300 |
| 1--2014053287 | Nov 24, 2014 | Jan 15, 2015 | $360 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for various food containers.
Observed raw tuna stored over unwashed avocados in reach in coolers.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
Observed Exterior of freezer door in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Observed cases of oil and bag of rice stored on floor in kitchen area.
Observed rice cooker exposed to splash from handwashing sink in kitchen area. Splashguard needs to be installed on sink to protect food.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for various food containers.
Observed establishment open and Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license as of 10/1/25.
Observed raw salmon stored over or with various unwashed fruits and vegetables in kitchen reach in cooler.
Observed Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. Advised employee that hand washing must be done only in approved handwash sink.
Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked in reach in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area.
Cardboard used to line top of reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Observed Exterior of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Dec 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various pans of food in reach in coolers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on prep tables and shelves in kitchen area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in kitchen area and lining top of reach in freezer.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and warewash shelves in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce and oil on floor in kitchen area.
Observed Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Observed avocado not washed prior to preparation.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Chef cleaned.
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various pans of food in reach in coolers.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on prep tables and shelves in kitchen area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in kitchen area and lining top of reach in freezer.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and warewash shelves in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of sauce and oil on floor in kitchen area.
Observed Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Observed avocado not washed prior to preparation.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Chef cleaned.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various pans of food in reach in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed sushi cooker doors cracked.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed shelf in warewash in disrepair.
Interior of freezer in disrepair and has exposed insulation.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining various trays of food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods stored on floor in kitchen area.
Interior of freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Observed sushi rice without time marking. As per chef rice was made today at 10:00am. Chef added time marking.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dishes being stored in kitchen hand washing sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in kitchen area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located on various shelves throughout kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee clothing and bags being stored on shelf above food in dry storage area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn and shelf in ware wash area in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil and soy sauce being stored on floor in kitchen area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed scallops thawing at room temperature. Located on top of white chest freezer.
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee touch raw salmon then proceeded to cut vegetables without changing gloves.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a container of cooked chicken. Located in reach in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (49F - Cold Holding); krab meat (45F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) All were located in table top sushi cooler. As per chef food had only been in cooler for less than an 1 hour. Chef moved all foods to below reach in cooler.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located in 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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Located in in kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of vegetables being stored on floor in dining room area. Chef moved to shelf.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in restroom.
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.