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IRON SUSHI

70 ARAGON AVE, Coral Gables FL 33134 · 305-476-0655

Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats9
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2331470
Grade history
SEP 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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. Provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Basic/16-07-4
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 40 seating in the establishment hotel and restaurant license says 9 seats.
Basic/51-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Clean underneath all kitchen equipment from heavy soil.
Basic/36-73-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provide handwashing sign next to sushi make line.
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean all kitchen top surface of kitchen shelves from accumulation of food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Basic/21-10-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Basic/21-09-4
The state's own report →
Jun 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 15, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit May 15, 2026 · New person in charge, Rey Gabriel. Time Extended
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. Luis Raymundo/ Marcos Montenegro
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit May 15, 2026 · Due to new employees on location Rey Gabriel/ Marcos Montenegro. Time Extended
Jan 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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. Fresh rice cooked two hours previous the restaurant opened. Employee marked time while conducting the inspection. See stop sale.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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. Luis Raymundo/ Marcos Montenegro
Intermediate/53B-01-5
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at ki.
Basic/10-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink located at sushi station soiled( exterior aorund faucet)
Basic/23-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Kitchen.
Basic/42-01-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4
Nov 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen.
Basic/36-08-4/Return visit Nov 13, 2025 · Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Nov 13, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee changing task from clean to soiled items but not hand wash.
High priority/12A-07-5
Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Observed pot for rice, not cleaned and sanitized every four hours.
High priority/22-11-5
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
High priority/22-12-5
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge Raymundo Gabriel.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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. Marcos Montenegro working in the kitchen.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed several seafood packaged without proper labels.
Intermediate/02D-02-4
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Intermediate/05-10-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking on prep area.
Basic/12B-02-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen.
Basic/36-08-4
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Around equipments in the kitchen.
Basic/36-12-4
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid.observed for fish. Operator placed fish inside unit.
Basic/06-06-5/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
Basic/31B-04-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
May 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. In charge Matsushita Masagiro.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit May 13, 2025 · Observed new management on premises. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit May 13, 2025 · new employees. Time Extended
Jan 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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. Operator discarded rice and prepared a new batch with time placed on wall.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. In charge Matsushita Masagiro.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer soiled with grease.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Kitchen.
Basic/35B-02-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
Sep 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer soiled with grease.
Basic/23-24-4
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.
Basic/14-10-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep area at kitchen.
Basic/35B-02-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handler at hand sink soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Jun 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · Time Extended
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Return visit Jun 3, 2024 · Mop on the wall. Time Extended
Mar 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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. Raymundo Gabriel in charge of the kitchen.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed the scoop from ice.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Basic/10-07-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Nov 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · Time Extended
Aug 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
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. White rice for sushi. According to operator the rice was cooked less than two hours before opening.
High priority/03F-02-5
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. Provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Paper dispenser soiled at sushi station.
Basic/23-24-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at sushi bar.
Basic/13-03-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
Basic/36-17-5
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over prep table at kitchen.
Basic/35B-02-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5

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.