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SUSHI CAFE

7917 NW 2ND STREET, Miami FL 33126 · 305.261.4266

Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 10 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats86
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2322160
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
APR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling underneath reach in cooler across from cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4
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Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,600

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2022037644Apr 19, 2022Nov 8, 2022$400
1--2017016954Apr 6, 2017May 12, 2017$800
1--2015018345Mar 16, 2015May 7, 2015$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored over fries, all products removed from original packaging, inside freezer near cook line.
High priority/08A-02-6/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over sauce inside standing refrigerator near cook line.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of kimchi not date marked inside walk in cooler, as per operator kimchi was made 6 days prior to inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above walk in cooler.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back screen door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven and microwave soiled at sushi bar.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of all reach in coolers heavily soiled with old food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed soy sauce buckets being reused to store kimchi inside walk in cooler.
Basic/25-32-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall heavily soiled with grease in sushi bar underneath counter and hand sink. Observed wall heavily dusted in kitchen next to hood.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 28, 2026 · Time Extended
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Apr 16, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

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

3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
High priority/22-41-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored over fries, all products removed from original packaging, inside freezer near cook line.
High priority/08A-02-6/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over sauce inside standing refrigerator near cook line.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of kimchi not date marked inside walk in cooler, as per operator kimchi was made 6 days prior to inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above walk in cooler.
Basic/36-32-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back screen door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven and microwave soiled at sushi bar.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed heavy grease buildup in between fryer and grill on cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of all reach in coolers heavily soiled with old food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed soy sauce buckets being reused to store kimchi inside walk in cooler.
Basic/25-32-4/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall heavily soiled with grease in sushi bar underneath counter and hand sink. Observed wall heavily dusted in kitchen next to hood.
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Apr 16, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 31 violations recorded, 12 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

12 High priority2 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 31 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm).
High priority/22-41-4
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changed pair of gloves and began to handle clean equipment and food without washing hands in between.
High priority/12A-07-5
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for less than 10 seconds in sushi bar.
High priority/12A-17-4
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washed gloved hands with no soap in sushi bar and continue to prepare food.
High priority/12A-20-4
Non-food grade paper/towel used as liner for food container. Observed sliced cucumbers stored on top of non food grade towel in sushi bar.
High priority/14-86-1
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of household pesticide stored under shelf in sushi bar.
High priority/41-05-4
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored over fries, all products removed from original packaging, inside freezer near cook line.
High priority/08A-02-6
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over sauce inside standing refrigerator near cook line.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling underneath reach in cooler across from cook line.
High priority/35A-05-4
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 35+ rodent droppings along wall underneath sushi counter next to, behind, and in between reach in coolers in sushi bar area.
High priority/35A-04-4
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed two employees rinse hands while wearing gloves at hand sink in both sushi and kitchen areas.
High priority/12A-09-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD-40 stored with clean equipment underneath hand sink in kitchen area. Observed can of comet cleaning powder and pledge stored on shelf under stove top with clean equipment on cook line.
High priority/41-10-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer blade heavily soiled with old food debris across from dish area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of kimchi not date marked inside walk in cooler, as per operator kimchi was made 6 days prior to inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed dead roaches stuck on glue trap under sushi bar.
Basic/35A-06-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all reach in cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair above walk in cooler.
Basic/36-32-5
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 8 dead roaches under sushi bar counter.
Basic/35A-03-4/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone stored on cutting board in sushi area and on top of microwave in kitchen area.
Basic/40-06-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of back screen door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor heavily soiled with old food debris inside of tile grouts and underneath cook line/fryer.
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout in kitchen near floor drain at cook line.
Basic/36-12-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven and microwave soiled at sushi bar.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed heavy grease buildup in between fryer and grill on cook line.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of all reach in coolers heavily soiled with old food debris.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed soy sauce buckets being reused to store kimchi inside walk in cooler.
Basic/25-32-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed very slow drain at hand sink in sushi bar.
Basic/29-20-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall heavily soiled with grease in sushi bar underneath counter and hand sink. Observed wall heavily dusted in kitchen next to hood.
Basic/36-27-5
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, selling food and beverages to customers with an expired license.
High priority/50-17-3
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked black beans in flip top reach in cooler, located at cooking line. During the inspection employee removed items and placed them correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals ( chlorine)stored on floor underneath three compartment sink
High priority/41-10-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Basic/24-05-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roach underneath kitchen preparation table. During the inspection employee removed dead roaches.
Basic/35A-03-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at preparation kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed several food tongs stored in kitchen oven handles.
Basic/10-20-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed most of the reach in cooler interiors heavy soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in white freezer raw beef and pork stored above kimchi dumplings. Inspector explained to operator about proper holding process.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed in reach in freezer attached to fridge raw beef in plastic wrap stored above kimchi dumplings. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled in bar and kitchen area. Observed soiled peeler on magnet for knives. Observed soiled shelf where pitchers and to go containers are kept.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed soiled knife magnet, soiled shelves, and peeler at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl of shrimp in hand sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed bowl in hand sink at kitchen entrance at time of inspection callback. Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave exterior soiled.
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed exterior microwave handle and button soiled at time of callback. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed ceiling tile missing above the entrance of the walk in cooler; at time of callback inspection. Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed soiled ceiling throughout kitchen at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under door of screen at back exit.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed gap beneath exterior screen door at exit during callback inspection report. Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near back exit where floor is in disrepair.
Basic/36-22-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed standing water on floor that's in disrepair in front of the back screen door exit; at time of callback inspection. Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair next back exit.
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed floor in disrepair in front of back exit door; at time of callback. Time Extended
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed on counter above hand sink and microwave.
Basic/35B-02-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed on counter above hand sink and microwave; at time of callback.Time Extended Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled in bar area.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed interior of microwave soiled at time of callback report at bar area. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed multiple coolers with soiled gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed multiple coolers with soiled gaskets; at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in freezers and coolers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-33-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed reach in coolers with rust throughout establishment at time of inspection callback. Time Extended
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed wonton containers reused for food in reach in freezers.
Basic/25-32-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed masago containers in freezer reused to hold wontons and spring rolls at time of callback. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed rust on shelves at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen at time of callback inspection report. Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour no label next to cook line. Observed frozen meats in reach in freezers not labeled and wrapped in plastic.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 18, 2025 · Observed frozen meats in reach in freezers not labeled and wrapped in plastic; at time of callback. Time Extended
Feb 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority3 Intermediate20 Basic
Show 28 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in white fridge raw chicken and beef stored above ready to eat dumplings. Observed raw shell eggs stored above garlic and cucumbers. Inspector spoke to operator about proper food storage, operator told chef to change order.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in white freezer raw beef and pork stored above kimchi dumplings. Inspector explained to operator about proper holding process.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in bar area: romaine lettuce cut (56F - Cold Holding). As per operator, forgot to put ice on lettuce; operator placed ice to cover lettuce for rapid chill. Observed in white fridge in kitchen area: raw beef (55F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding); krab (60F - Cold Holding); dumplings (60F - Cold Holding); raw salmon (60F - Cold Holding); raw pork (55F - Cold Holding). Observed fridge cold holding not turned all the way to recommended manufacturer temperature for cold holding, operator turned dial to creepy temperature. As per operator, food is removed from walk in cooler and placed on kitchen line fridge when they open; which was less than 2 hours prior to inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb outside of restaurant
High priority/29-34-4
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink outside of establishment.
High priority/29-42-4
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 form or kit, inspector provided via email.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife magnet soiled in bar and kitchen area. Observed soiled peeler on magnet for knives. Observed soiled shelf where pitchers and to go containers are kept.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl of shrimp in hand sink in kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed soiled interior.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled exterior.
Basic/16-21-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave exterior soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler.
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-34-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap under door of screen at back exit.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near back exit where floor is in disrepair.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair next back exit.
Basic/36-17-5
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of soy sauce on floor of walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in 80F water at cook line. Inspector spoke to operator about hot holding utensils 135F or above..
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed on counter above hand sink and microwave.
Basic/35B-02-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled in bar area.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Observed multiple coolers with soiled gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observe interior of white fridge soiled in kitchen area.
Basic/22-16-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in freezers and coolers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-33-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed wonton containers reused for food in reach in freezers.
Basic/25-32-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in fridge next to cook line.
Basic/29-49-6
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour no label next to cook line. Observed frozen meats in reach in freezers not labeled and wrapped in plastic.
Basic/02D-01-5/Repeat Violation
Nov 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink with bowl stored inside. Operator removed bowl. Observed empty bowl in hand sink next to boba tea bar.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed hand sink with bowl stored inside Time Extended
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler. Time Extended
Observed no three compartment sink at all, dishwasher is available and working properly. Chlorine 50 ppm.
Intermediate/16-22-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed no three compartment sink at all, dishwasher is available and working properly. Chlorine 50 ppm. Time Extended
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops in containers of soy sauce and rice vinegar.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed bowls used as scoops in containers of soy sauce and rice vinegar. Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles above walk in cooler
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed missing tiles above walk in cooler Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair above warewash area
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed ceiling tile in disrepair above warewash area Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen Time Extended
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted under prep table.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed pans not inverted under prep table. Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door to back of restaurant in kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed gap beneath door to back of restaurant in kitchen. Time Extended
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of soy sauce stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of oil on floor next to stove area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed container of oil on floor next to stove area. Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in chest freezers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed ice buildup up in chest freezers throughout establishment. Time Extended
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled in kitchen area.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed interior of microwave soiled in kitchen area. Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen. Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed frozen meats wrapped and stored in to go bags with no label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 13, 2024 · Observed frozen meats wrapped and stored in to go bags with no label. Time Extended
Nov 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
Show 24 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over container of broccoli and pickled ginger in walk in cooler. Observed raw eggs stored behind raw green onions on prep top.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken in walk in cooler stored over raw pork and beef.
High priority/08A-20-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed frozen raw pork wrapped in plastic stored over frozen vegetables and tostones.
High priority/08A-17-6/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (90F - Reheating) As per operator, rice has been in cooker to reheat for more than 2 hours prior to inspection.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed white rice (90F - Reheating) As per operator, rice has been in cooker to reheat for more than 2 hours prior to inspection.
High priority/03E-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at boba tea bar: boba pearls (80F - Hot Holding) As per operator, pearls were cooked and forgotten about. As per operator, pearls have been there for less than 4 hours. Operator placed in freezer.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink with bowl stored inside. Operator removed bowl. Observed empty bowl in hand sink next to boba tea bar.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelving in walk in cooler.
Intermediate/22-31-4/Warning
Observed no three compartment sink at all, dishwasher is available and working properly. Chlorine 50 ppm.
Intermediate/16-22-4/Warning
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops in containers of soy sauce and rice vinegar.
Basic/14-01-5/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tiles above walk in cooler
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair above warewash area
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans not inverted under prep table.
Basic/24-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed bottle of water at dish prep area. Observed purse stored in plastic container with pancake mix. Observed employee food stored with ice cream in chest freezer.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath door to back of restaurant in kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of soy sauce stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of oil on floor next to stove area.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in chest freezers throughout establishment.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled in kitchen area.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed stored food in reach in freezer with fridge connection not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed frozen meats wrapped and stored in to go bags with no label.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 27 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

7 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
Show 27 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw frozen fish stored inside thank you bags inside white chest freezer at drink prep area, raw chicken stored inside thank you bags inside walk in cooler.
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored with cucumber in flip top cooler in kitchen.
High priority/08A-08-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs stored with bean sprouts and raw chicken stored on top of daikon radishes inside walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored with ice cream inside of white chest freezer and plantains stored with raw beef inside of chest freezer in kitchen. Raw beef stored on top of fully cooked chicken and vegetable dumplings inside of reach in freezer. Raw beef stored on top of sweet plantains inside white refrigerator.
High priority/08A-05-6
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored on top of raw beef inside of walk in cooler. Raw beef stored over raw calamari rings inside white stand up freezer
High priority/08A-20-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic butter (58F - Cold Holding), operators move product to walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed miso soup (131F - Hot Holding), as per operator was placed on soup kettle at 11:30am. Operator moved soup to be reheated. Final temperature: miso soup (165F - Reheating).
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed drain line draining into hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-10-4/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed deli slicer soiled with food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink being used to wash cabbage.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine heavily soiled.
Basic/16-21-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing on top of walk in cooler
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean bowls and pots stored not inverted throughout kitchen area.
Basic/24-05-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed toothpaste and listerine stored above hand wash sink in drink prep area. Cellphone and speaker stored on shelf above prep table in kitchen area. Employee purse stored underneath prep table in kitchen area. Employee lotion stored on top of shelf with plates in kitchen area.
Basic/40-06-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exterior door in back kitchen area near walk in cooler
Basic/35B-01-4
Food stored on floor. Observed two buckets of onions, 3 buckets of soy sauce, and one case of daikon radishes stored on the floor inside of walk in cooler. Oil stored on floor in kitchen near fryer.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer in kitchen area.
Basic/14-69-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils for scooping rice in standing water at 79F.
Basic/10-07-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave in kitchen and sushi bar area soiled.
Basic/22-08-4
Light not functioning. Observed multiple lights not functioning in kitchen area.
Basic/36-62-4/Repeat Violation
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield missing on one light in kitchen area
Basic/38-01-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed curtains separating kitchen from dining room soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves soiled at reach in cooler located in front of kitchen.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with shelves that are rusted located in front of kitchen.
Basic/14-33-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed case of beef short rib thawing at room temperature in kitchen area
Basic/06-01-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of prep table.
Basic/21-12-4
Jan 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 18 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed AC drain line into the ice machine hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-10-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.slicer machine blade soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink next to the ice machine use as a dump
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Operator provided complete form.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed kitchen soiled throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled, under kitchen equipments with heavy soiled.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water stored on the floor located in coffee area.
Basic/08B-38-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed white chest freezer with ice buildup.
Basic/14-69-4
Light not functioning. Observed many lights burned out around the kitchen area.
Basic/36-62-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed under charbroiled grill, top kitchen shelves with heavy soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.observed on the salad area reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse containers of apple juice with tea, lemonade.
Basic/25-32-4
Stored food not covered. Observed vegetables spring rolls no covered inside of the reach in freezer. Employee covered spring rolls
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Ice machine area soiled.
Basic/36-27-5

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