TOKYO TUNA
5800 SW 73 ST, South Miami FL 33143 · 305-986-8084
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Observed: Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 12 live flying insects flying around cut fruit and liquor bottles, landing on shelf in bar area, 3 live flying insects flying around mop sink near back door in kitchen, and 3 live flying insects flying in dish area next to dish machine. Priority: High Priority
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $240
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019029096 | Apr 24, 2019 | Nov 4, 2019 | $240 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of floor cover outside of walk in freezer. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside of black freezer at cook line. Priority: Basic
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Observed: Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed establishment has a sushi river boat station with plates of sushi placed on each boat for customer self service, not protected against elements. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker. Priority: High Priority
Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment underwent remodel no plans submitted. Added sushi bar prep area at front bar, removed ice machine at bar area, and added a sushi boat conveyer river for customer self service without updating plans from previous owner. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of floor cover outside of walk in freezer. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside of black freezer at cook line. Priority: Basic
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 9 high priority.
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Observed: 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). Priority: High Priority
Observed: Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed establishment has a sushi river boat station with plates of sushi placed on each boat for customer self service, not protected against elements. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on pair of gloves and begin preparing sushi roll without first washing hands. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 12 live flying insects flying around cut fruit and liquor bottles, landing on shelf in bar area, 3 live flying insects flying around mop sink near back door in kitchen, and 3 live flying insects flying in dish area next to dish machine. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining container of shrimp tempura at cook line. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household use bug spray on floor across mop sink. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat krab sticks on shelf inside walk in cooler. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked pork (51F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from cook line. As per operator for one hour. Operator added ice for rapid cooling. Observed garlic in oil (74F - Cold Holding) on top of grill drawers, as per operator for one hour. Operator placed product inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Observed krab salad (74F - Cold Holding); seaweed salad (70F - Cold Holding) at sushi bar area, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator placed items inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter at mop sink missing vacuum breaker. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed dishwasher unaware of which lines go to sanitizer, detergent, and rinse aid at dish machine. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling up water pitchers at hand sink in kitchen area. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment underwent remodel no plans submitted. Added sushi bar prep area at front bar, removed ice machine at bar area, and added a sushi boat conveyer river for customer self service without updating plans from previous owner. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf inside walk in cooler. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of floor cover outside of walk in freezer. Priority: Basic
Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside of black freezer at cook line. Priority: Basic
Observed: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice paddle stored inside standing water 72F next to rice cooker. Operator removed water. Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled across from cook line. Priority: Basic
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink; splitter no breaker.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler across cook line.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored above Krab in walk in cooler. Operator changed order during inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink; splitter no breaker.
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 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 several employees with no proof of training, working more than 60 days. Lily, Elbeira.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed under prep sink in kitchen; oil on floor. Operator removed from floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in cooler across cook line.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed food containers reused for washing buckets and other food storage.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under cook line.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed above reach in cooler; kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean containers in warewash area.
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Yuca (63 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for about 2,5 hrs. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the freezer for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed sushi rice no time marked front counter. As per operator for 3 hrs. Operator time marked the rice.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a glass cup inside of hand wash sink.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed five employees no currently certified on duty.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sinks located at front counter and preparation area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed seafood cream, mashed potatoes, and cooked chicken at reach in cooler. As per operator from three days ago. Operator started to date marked the products.
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 bearing the label inside of reduced oxygen package at reach in cooler. Operator open the three bags.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed rice at reach in cooler. As per operator is employee meal.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at shelf above three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-coolers two at preparation area and one at ceviche station.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish inside of preparation sink front counter. Operator moved the raw fish to the reach in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet towels at preparation table ceviche station.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at preparation tables.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed some squeezes bottle not identified by common name.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. Observed a Box with Oysters without TAG. Operator was unable to provide the tag of the oyster, information of the box: COPPS ISLAND -Oysters- Norm bloom and Son - 7 Edgewater Place, Norwalk, CT 04855.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over French fried at walk-in freezer. Operator relocated the products.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed a Box with Oysters without TAG. Operator was unable to provide the tag of the oyster, information of the box: COPPS ISLAND -Oysters- Norm bloom and Son - 7 Edgewater Place, Norwalk, CT 04855.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. One located next to dishwasher machine.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed ceviche, smoked salmon and sushi on menu not identified as raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at the entrance of kitchen.
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. Food employees reporting agreement was provided.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed a Box with Oysters without TAG. Operator was unable to provide the tag of the oyster, information of the box: COPPS ISLAND -Oysters- Norm bloom and Son - 7 Edgewater Place, Norwalk, CT 04855.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed sushi rice under time control. Written procedures was provided.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between two reach in coolers. Operator removed the knife and sent it to dishwasher area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the rice. Operator removed the handle.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located in front of stove kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses at preparation tables.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed some squeezes bottle not identified by common name.
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