KINOKO SUSHI BAR AND ASIAN CUISINE
1007 96 ST, Bay Harbor Islands FL 33154 · 3053978424
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
JUL 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Observed no written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea. Operator was provided poster via email.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw chicken stored over unwashed vegetables in sliding door reach in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above 3 compartment sink soiled with dust debris.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs stored in standing water at 65 F on prep table at cook line.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed container of raw chicken stored over unwashed produce in sliding for reach in cooler. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed soiled utensil stored inside of hand wash sink in front counter. Employee removed utensil.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee provided paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach in kitchen not labeled. Employee labeled spray bottle.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of white single for reach in cooler in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs stored in standing water at 78 F located on prep table.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs stored in water at 77 F in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Aug 30, 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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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 no proof of any food handlers training for Oscar Izaguirre, Edil Izaguirre, Monruedee Ketthiangkit and Ingrid Rodriguez.
Jul 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 no proof of any food handlers training for Oscar Izaguirre, Edil Izaguirre, Monruedee Ketthiangkit and Ingrid Rodriguez.
Jul 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed nonfood-grade bags used to store vegetables inside of reach in cooler in kitchen.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw beef inside of reach in cooler in kitchen. Employee placed items in correct storage order.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (55 F - Cold Holding); scallops (50 F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (49 F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (56 F - Cold Holding); bamboo strips (56 F - Cold Holding); soft tofu (57 F - Cold Holding); chicken dumplings (57 F - Cold Holding). As per manager, all items were stored at top counter for less than 4 hours. Employees took items into reach in freezer for rapid cooling.
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. Observed no written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea. Operator was provided poster via email.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored inside of hand wash sink. Sushi chef removed sanitizer bucket.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed menu does not identify raw items. Employee marked raw items on menu at the time of the inspection.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 4 employees engaged in food preparation with no certified manager on duty. Certified manager arrived at the time of the inspection.
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 no proof of any food handlers training for Oscar Izaguirre, Edil Izaguirre, Monruedee Ketthiangkit and Ingrid Rodriguez.
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. Observed no proof that employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge of foodborne illnesses. Operator was provided forms via email.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen with an ambient temperature of 50 F. Manager called technician.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed sushi chef and employee in kitchen engaged in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside of ice machine at entrance of kitchen. Employee removed handle from touching ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed tongs from door handle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator was provided poster via email.
Aug 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Dishwasher machine not sanitizing 0ppm. Advised chef to use the triple sink only. Manager called technician p.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Grease on A/C vents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
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.