SORA BY HOTEL COLLECTION
43 NW 23RD ST UNIT 108, Miami FL 33127
Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 4 visits since February 2025
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▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 31 points off where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sushi rice (98F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. Establishment is using time for the sushi rice with no time as a public form.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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/. At the time of the inspection observed establishment is adding a bar with no plan being submitted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers at kitchen soiled.
Jun 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certificate expired for Daniel Marquez expired since 02-10-2026.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled at prep area kitchen.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink bar area blocked with a tray. Employee removed tray.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink at ware washing area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at ware washing area. Observed no paper towels at hand sink bathrooms. Employee provided.
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 added next unit suite, added a bar for drinks and hand sink and tables with chairs with no plans submitted. Observed mop sink removed and connected a dishwasher machine not in plans. Plans need to be submitted and approved.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at bar area. Employee provided.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand sink at bar area.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Employee started cleaning.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink.
Aug 15, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sushi rice (98F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. Establishment is using time for the sushi rice with no time as a public form.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sushi rice (98F - Hot Holding) at kitchen. Establishment is using time for the sushi rice with no time as a public form.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container stored inside handsink next to 3 compartment sink at dishwasher area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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/. At the time of the inspection observed establishment is adding a bar with no plan being submitted.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided via mail to operator.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed plates stored on reach in cooler at kitchen not inverted or cover.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with sushi vinegar and rice not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at dry storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall by dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers at kitchen soiled.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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