SUSHIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT
7175 SW 117 AVE, Miami FL 33183 · 305.206.6465
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of breadcrumbs, krab sticks, and carrots at sushi bar and in back prep area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw pork stored over unwashed peppers inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of lysol stored on prep table with tempura sauce. Operator removed lysol.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as a public health control for sushi rice without written procedures. Operator filled out form.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In dish area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored on shelf inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at front counter.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at front counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Oct 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell egg then continue to handle clean utensils and equipment.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee rinse hands in sink with no soap.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of krab sticks at sushi bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in back area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment utilizing time as public health control with no written procedures. Provided operator with form via email.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine currently broken, operator spoke with company to order new dish machine. Operator is using three compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored on shelf inside walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket in poor repair at sushi bar.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed one shelf rusted inside walk in cooler.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pepto bismol in walk in cooler; not separated.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed containers of sauces in reach in cooler with no date mark, opened and bottled onsite.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed under steam table.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile above mop sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout establishment.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal food in walk in cooler not segregated. Observed plate of food and cup on table at front counter. Observed cellphones at front counter on prep top.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door to walk in cooler damaged.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed hood system soiled. Observed exterior of equipment soiled; microwave and chest freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack above warewash area; old labels.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.observed spice containers reused for other spices.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
Apr 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate19 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of pepto bismol in walk in cooler; not separated.
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 chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm; operator uses three compartment sink until company fixes dishmachine.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at front counter reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 59F. The following CT's foods stored inside: Front counter: chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F); shredded cabbage (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there since night before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 59F. The following CT's foods stored inside: Front counter: chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F); shredded cabbage (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there since night before.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed containers of sauces in reach in cooler with no date mark, opened and bottled onsite.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit; chlorine sanitizer.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed sushi rice being monitored with time, but no written plan from them or DBPR. Inspector provided form to fill out via email.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of machine soiled.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed under steam table.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling tile above mop sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vents throughout establishment.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed at front counter reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 59F. The following CT's foods stored inside: Front counter: chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (51F); shredded cabbage (61F - Cold Holding). As per operator, food has been there since night before.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed food for employees in reach in coolers and walk in cooler; not segregated or labeled for employee only.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal food in walk in cooler not segregated. Observed plate of food and cup on table at front counter. Observed cellphones at front counter on prep top.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door to walk in cooler damaged.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed on cook line.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler at front counter. Observed hood system soiled. Observed exterior of equipment soiled; microwave and chest freezer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack above warewash area; old labels.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles.observed spice containers reused for other spices.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed rag on prep table; not in use.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of straws in back of kitchen stored on floor.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
Apr 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 chlorine dish machine at 0 ppm. Employee set up 3 compartment sink.
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 chlorine dish machine at 0 ppm. Employee set up 3 compartment sink.
Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment offers raw tuna, raw salmon and raw whitefish. No letter of parasite destruction available.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw salmon stored over pound cake at walk in freezer. Employee rearranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at front line. As per manager, less than 2 hours. Advised manager to submerge containers in ice.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment offers raw tuna, raw salmon, raw whitefish and raw masago on the menu. Some raw products not identified and linked to consumer advisory.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed stored cooking pots mot inverted on shelves near walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls inside walk in cooler soiled.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 8, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine marking 0 ppm. Instructed manager to set up manual sanitation at the three compartment sink until the unit is fixed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Raw fish under consumer advisory not identified on the menu.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the preparation area at front counter and preparation area.
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