SUMAK
908 71 ST, Miami Beach FL 33141 · 305.3978900
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 5 visits since February 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license is expired as of October 1, 2025.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate19 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 26 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged branzino completely thawed and not removed from original packaging.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb in outside patio missing backflow preventer.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 training for all staff.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dish machine soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all ceiling vents in kitchen soiled with black mold-like substance. Observed ceiling above cook line soiled with black mold-like substance.
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 7 packs of commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged branzino completely thawed and not removed from original packaging.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on ground in between oven and prep table at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of raw chicken, tahini sauce and box of tomatoes stored on floor near reach in coolers.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed some hood filters missing on hood ventilation system.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with old food debris.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights above reach in coolers and freezers missing shields.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in coolers soiled with old food debris and black mold-like substance. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach in freezer soiled with old food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bag of raw chicken thawing on floor in ambient temperature.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed chest freezer stored in back of outdoor patio accessible to customers walking through the back door.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed utility line exposed on ceiling above cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind oven soiled with grease.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bottle of salt and container of flour removed from original packaging without label.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed glass door reach in cooler blocking exit path in kitchen.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license is expired as of October 1, 2025.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen and at bar.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling above cook line due to water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen soiled with dust debris and black mold-like substance.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cook line engaged on in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jug of oil stored on floor in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights above cook line missing shield.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed one hand sink blocked at the kitchen. Owner guaranteed the access.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at the Kitchen hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed some mold like substance inside the ice machine located at the bar,
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean food containers with food contact up. Owner inverted them.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Most of the them.
Food stored on floor. Observed some cooking oil containers on the kitchen floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handle. Employee removed them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour in vinegar container without label with the common name.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef above unwashed vegetables inside reach in cooler. Employee reorganized the storage order.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic 5 gallon containers of cooking oil on the floor.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the bar. Employee moved it and placed it inside a container.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven handles.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed old debris on microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of dust and debris on hood filters.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Missing label on food container to identify the food item by common name.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection 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 foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw beef inside reach in cooler. Employee changed the storage order.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Info was provided.
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. Info was provided.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test kit to check sanitizer concentration.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front bar. Employee corrected it.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Info was provided.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed inside the kitchen.
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.