SUSHI YAMA
8705 SW 136 ST, Miami FL 33176 · 8139998530
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 9 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 16+ live flies flying and landing on soda boxes in dry storage room. 2 flies flying in dish area. 6 flies flying in server soda station. 4 flies flying in second dry storage room.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023048299 | Jun 7, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled in kitchen areas.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in freezer gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked under walk in freezer door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on walk in freezer door.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from cook line.
Dec 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
4 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pepto stored on top of paper towel dispenser at kitchen entrance.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over precooked sausage in flip top portion of reach in cooler across from steamer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw calamari in flip top portion of reach in cooler across from fryer.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Observed rodent bait stored inside open bag underneath prep table in back prep area.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some oyster tags not marked with last date sold.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed oyster tags removed from original container.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside containers of rice, salt, and tempura flour in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair in dry storage room where soda boxes are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed raw oysters removed from original container inside reach in cooler on cook line.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot stored on floor inside dry storage room.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets stored not inverted inside dry storage room where soda boxes are stored.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer gaskets broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in dry storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked outside of walk in freezer door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside dessert white chest freezer and at walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all freezer and reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle stored inside reach in cooler across from steamer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service bowls stored on floor outside office inside kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed brownies and ice cream stored not covered inside white chest freezer.
Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves heavily soiled with old food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with mold like substance behind ice machine.
Dec 22, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority4 Intermediate18 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pepto stored on top of paper towel dispenser at kitchen entrance.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee leave kitchen and re enter kitchen then began to grab clean utensils and cooked potatoes to prepare customer order without washing hands.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wash dirty pot and then grab pot of cooked rice and placed at wait station without washing hands in between.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over precooked sausage in flip top portion of reach in cooler across from steamer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw calamari in flip top portion of reach in cooler across from fryer.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Observed rodent bait stored inside open bag underneath prep table in back prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (45F - Cold Holding); garlic butter (61F - Cold Holding) at cook line, as per operator for one hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (100F - Hot Holding); cooked corn (98F - Hot Holding) at steamer on cook line and garlic butter (120F - Hot Holding); marinara sauce (115F - Hot Holding) at prep table across from cook line, as per operator for one hour.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some oyster tags not marked with last date sold.
Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. Observed oyster tags removed from original container.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink at kitchen entrance and next to fryer.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside containers of rice, salt, and tempura flour in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile in disrepair in dry storage room where soda boxes are stored.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents and tiles soiled throughout kitchen.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed raw oysters removed from original container inside reach in cooler on cook line.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean pot stored on floor inside dry storage room.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets stored not inverted inside dry storage room where soda boxes are stored.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer gaskets broken.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in dry storage area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked outside of walk in freezer door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside dessert white chest freezer and at walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all freezer and reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle stored inside reach in cooler across from steamer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service bowls stored on floor outside office inside kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed brownies and ice cream stored not covered inside white chest freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crab legs thawing at room temperature at cook line.
Walk-in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves heavily soiled with old food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with mold like substance behind ice machine.
Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 28 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate20 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wings stored over cooked crawfish inside walk in cooler. Observed raw shrimp stored over smoked sausage inside flip top reach in cooler across from steamer
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw calamari in flip top prep cooler across from fryer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (57F - Cold Holding); garlic butter (48F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per operator for one hour.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Observed oyster tags not stored in chronological order.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at bar area.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser not dispensing paper towels at soda server station.
Required employee training expired 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 training for Ashley Fischman expired.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with black mold like substance.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside container of raw calamari at reach in cooler and containers of flour, rice, and corn meal at dry storage.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed white chest reach in freezer handle soiled.
Cardboard used to line food-contact surface. Observed ramen noodles removed from package stored inside cardboard box at cook line.
Clams/mussels/oysters removed from original container for long-term storage. Observed raw oysters removed from original container stored inside reach in cooler without tag. Operator placed tag inside container.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets stored not inverted on top of ice machine and bowls stored not inverted on shelf in prep area. Operator inverted buckets and bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup stored on shelf above prep reach in cooler on cook line
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee beverage in reach in cooler across from steamer
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn at white chest freezer
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor inside walk in cooler and in cracked tile at dish area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked at walk in freezer near back door and dish area.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky tape on wall next to soda machine. Operator removed tape.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer on floor and inside of door near back door
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoops stored inside container of salt with handle in contact with salt at dry storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop inside water 73F. Operator discarded water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go bags stored on floor in dry storage room.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream and brownies stored not covered inside reach in freezer.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with old food debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel stored on prep table at cook line.
Jan 18, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 16+ live flies flying and landing on soda boxes in dry storage room. 2 flies flying in dish area. 6 flies flying in server soda station. 4 flies flying in second dry storage room.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed shellfish tags missing from November.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets broken on walk in freezer door and reach in freezer near cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked in dish area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer in back area and white chest reach in freezer.
Light not functioning. Observed light burned out in dry storage room.
Jan 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 27 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate17 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed cold medicine and Vicks vapor rub stored on shelf above reach in cooler on cook line.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 16+ live flies flying and landing on soda boxes in dry storage room. 2 flies flying in dish area. 6 flies flying in server soda station. 4 flies flying in second dry storage room.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over raw calamari at reach in cooler across from fryer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (67F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per operator for 30 mins. Operator placed sour cream inside reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (71F - Hot Holding) on cook line, as per operator for less than an hour. Operator took product to reheat.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unaware how to properly calibrate thermometer.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed shellfish tags missing from November.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge stored inside hand sink next to cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in front of kitchen, at soda server station, at hand sink near ice machine, and at server station near front counter.
Required employee training expired 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 training expired for Danielle G on 11/29/2023.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside container of rice in dry storage.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in dry storage room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above server soda station heavily soiled with dust.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted on top of ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets broken on walk in freezer door and reach in freezer near cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked in dish area.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of snow crab stored on floor inside walk in freezer. Observed boxes of eggs stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer in back area and white chest reach in freezer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed electric fly swatted stored over single service cups at server soda station.
Light not functioning. Observed light burned out in dry storage room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen and reach in freezer near cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go containers stored on floor in dry storage room.
Stored food not covered. Observed ice cream and brownies stored not covered inside white chest freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed container of New England clam chowder thawing at room temperature under prep table across from cook line.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with old food debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on top of prep table in back area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 3 containers of sugar, salt, and MSG not labeled in dry storage area. Observed container of salt not labeled under prep table across from cook line.
Nov 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate13 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 shell eggs over raw calamari inside reach in cooler on cook line. Operator relocated products for proper storage.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sponge stored inside hand sink in kitchen area near cook line.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for triple sink (Quaternary).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in bar area. Operator placed paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in bar area. Operator provided soap.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser unable to dispense paper towels at hand sink in back prep area near dry storage.
Required employee training expired 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 training expired for Gabriel, Leobel, Danielle, and Ashley.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside container of white rice in dry storage. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside calamari in reach in cooler on cook line.
Ceiling vent missing. Observed ceiling vent missing in back prep area in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled above soda machine area in kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets stored not inverted on top of ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at walk in freezer door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with old food debris inside of walk in cooler.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky tape hanging over dish area, ice machine, and near prep table with clean pans in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on floor and on door frame of walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers and reach in freezers in kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service to go containers stored on floor in back area by walk in freezer.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk in cooler shelves soiled with old food debris.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster at bar area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed three containers of sugar not labeled in dry storage.
May 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located at cooking line. Employee placed a new paper towel.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic to go container inside the corn meal and rice container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout the kitchen areas.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice buckets not inverted, stored on top of the ice machine.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the preparation area near the ice machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, throughout the kitchen areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler, walk in freezer and kitchen area's floor with heavy soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at cooking line.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment, located at cooking line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter's soiled. Observed three doors reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed one case of flat lid, and two cases of 4 OZ portions cups stored on the floor, located at dry storage.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout the kitchen areas.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster, located at bar area.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish over cooked sausage, stored inside walk in cooler. Employee removed items, and placed them correctly.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touching raw fish and then changed gloves and put on new gloves without washing hands. Discussed and coached manager in proper methods. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gumbo soup (115F - Hot Holding); marinara sauce (110F - Hot Holding). As per employee food was prepared less than 2 hours before the inspection. Employee reheated items. Observed : gumbo soup 167F reheating); marinara sauce (166F reheating).
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged in food preparation without hair restraint.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, throughout kitchen areas.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled, located at cooking line.
Observed Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at preparation area.
Observed Reach-in cooler interior-have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, throughout kitchen areas.
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