SUSHI KONG
2005 NW 97 AVE K2, Doral FL 33172
Last inspected May 29, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
AUG 23
NOV 23
NOV 24
FEB 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections trending down, 30 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired license since Oct 1st 2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025032253 | Feb 4, 2025 | May 29, 2025 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef changing task and not washing hands and changing gloves.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on online ordering system through "Cocinas De Doral" and other online ordering platforms, under SUSHI KONG, menu items not identified with an asterisk regarding the consumer advisory and consumer advisory not written on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee victor Godoy and not food handling training certificate.
Food stored on floor. Observed two cooking oil containers stored on the kitchen floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled.
Feb 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on online ordering system through "Cocinas De Doral" and other online ordering platforms, under SUSHI KONG, menu items not identified with an asterisk regarding the consumer advisory and consumer advisory not written on menu.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed chef eating while preparing food.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses located on kitchen prep counter.
Nov 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with an expired license since Oct 1st 2023
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed chef changing task and not washing hands and changing gloves.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen equipment stored in handwash sink located between prep sink and three compartment sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on online ordering system through "Cocinas De Doral" and other online ordering platforms, under SUSHI KONG, menu items not identified with an asterisk regarding the consumer advisory and consumer advisory not written on menu.
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 employee Victor Godoy and not food handling training certificate.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed chef eating while preparing food.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign poster. Emailed operator sign.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses located on kitchen prep counter.
Nov 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license dated October 1, 2023. Contact DBPR Customer Service 850.487.1395 or www.myfloridalicense.com regarding license renewal
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. Emailed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event to Manager.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen equipment stored in handwash sink located between prep sink and three compartment sink. Manager removed items stored in handwash sink.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed on online ordering system through "Cocinas De Doral" and other online ordering platforms, under SUSHI KONG, menu items not identified with an asterisk regarding the consumer advisory and consumer advisory not written on menu.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses located on kitchen prep counter.
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license dated October 1, 2023. Contact DBPR Customer Service 850.487.1395 or www.myfloridalicense.com regarding license renewal
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over bags of limes, peppers and kale inside walk in cooler.
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. Emailed written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event to Manager.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen equipment stored in handwash sink located between prep sink and three compartment sink. Manager removed items stored in handwash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. None provided at the time of inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed on online ordering system through "Cocinas De Doral" and other online ordering platforms, under SUSHI KONG, menu items not identified with an asterisk regarding the consumer advisory and consumer advisory not written on menu.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food container of diced raw fish/corvina prepared from the pervious day, not date marked, stored in reach in cooler, across from cookline.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled, hanging from shelves above kitchen handwash sink.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filters not marked with service date, located behind ice machines.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food located inside containers of Panko bread crumbs, flour and uncooked rice stored near walk in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic food containers of flour, uncooked rice and Panko bread crumbs stored on floor near walk in cooler. Observed plastic oil containers stored on floor under kitchen handwash sink.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system located above kitchen cookline.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses located on kitchen prep counter.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sauce bottles inside reach in cooler not labeled. Observed containers of dulce de leche not labeled located inside walk in cooler. Observed food storage containers of flour, Panko bread crumbs and uncooked rice not labeled, stored near walk in cooler.
Aug 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.