SUSHI MAKI
8900 N KENDALL DR HOPE TOWER LVL 1, Miami FL 33176 · 786.507.3309
Last inspected Jan 16, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Discussed with operator and provided agreement.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 raw tuna thawed completely inside of reduced oxygen packaging in prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw salmon (60F - Cold Holding); krab sticks (61F - Cold Holding) inside sushi cooler, as per operator for 10 mins. Operator turned on cooler and placed products inside separate reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored inside hand sink next to steamer oven.
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 raw tuna thawed completely inside of reduced oxygen packaging in prep area.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen area. Operator placed paper towels.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled in back area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container inside hand sink next to auto sham
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to auto sham
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handles soiled next to toaster oven
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 raw tuna thawing inside reduced oxygen package at sushi area reach in cooler. Operator cut open bags.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper plugged in at outlet above prep table near boba tea station. Operator removed bug zapper.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar not labeled at coffee station
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 raw tuna thawing inside of reduced oxygen packaging. Operator cut open the bags.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop stored inside container of taro powder with handle touching the powder.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of prep table in sushi prep area.
Jan 9, 2024Inspection 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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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable, located at prep table.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled, located above prep table. Employee cleaned it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at front counter. Employee cleaned it.
Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Employee cleaned it.
Jan 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Discussed with operator and provided agreement.
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. Discussed with operator and provided printed form. Discussed with operator and provided email form.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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 tuna package inside reach in cooler at sushi prep table.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed container with old labels stored on shelf above three compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic bottles without labels.
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.