YOSHIBACHI
250 N HOMESTEAD BLVD., Homestead FL 33030
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
JAN 25
APR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 41 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Form was provided.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022043036 | Jun 15, 2022 | Oct 3, 2022 | $720 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of mushrooms dented at dry storage area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw wrapped chicken over cooked wrapped noodles at reach in freezer near walk in cooler. Employees rearranged products.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (47F - Cold Holding) at preparation cooler at cook line. As per operator for one hour. Employee's place bags of ice over product.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wiping cloth stored inside hand sink at back storage area. Operator removed item.
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 plastic containers of cooking oil stored in floor at dry storage area. Employees removed products.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed kale stored over butter at walk in cooler. Discussed with operator proper storage requirements.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour next to coon line. Not labeled.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing shields; kitchen area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster on site; inspector provided via email.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Apr 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (54 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47 F - Cold Holding)inside the reach in cooler across from the stove. As per operator for less than 2 hours food was placed there.
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 but the time removed from temperature control can be determined. Establishment opens at 11:30. Rice was cooked around 11 :30 am.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 reach in cooler thermometer was at 53°F at unit across the grill. Employee was advised to stop using equipment until it is fixed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn at the sushi station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the door in the dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee removed them.
Stored food not covered. Observed food inside the reach in freezer not covered.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a tuna package and 2 fish fillets stored inside the 3 compartment sink. Employee was advised to store food inside the reach in cooler or thaw food with running water. Employee placed food inside reach in cooler.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed rice (73 F - Hot Holding). As per employee rice was left outside since yesterday. Stop sale was issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (73 F - Cold Holding) As per employee rice was left outside since yesterday. Stop sale was issued.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink by the 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed trice inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per employee over 24 hour.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a red cutting board no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn. At the sushi station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed chicken stored on the floor if the walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Located by the walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food stored inside the reach in freezer not covered.
May 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority0 Intermediate7 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 was 0 ppm.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine was 0 ppm.Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored above sprouts inside the reach in cooler. Employee placed sprouts at the top.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored by the grill. As per employee Eggs were stored outside around 11:00 am this morning. Employee placed eggs inside the reach in cooler.
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 can be determined. Restaurant opened at 11:30. Rice was cooked at 11:00 am.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a red cutting board not longer cleanable. Employee replaced it.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone stored in preparation table. Employees removed the phone.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at reach in cooler at the sushi station.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the door by the storage.
Garbage can located outside has no lid.
Stored food not covered. Observed food inside the reach in freezer not covered.
Feb 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (52 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (49 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler inside the grill. As per employee they placed foods around 11:30. Employees removed the foods and stored them inside the walk in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board not longer cleanable at the sushi station..
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at the sushi counter.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster is missing the lid.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar, flour not identified.
Dec 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (52 F - Cold Holding); shrimp (49 F - Cold Holding) inside the reach in cooler inside the grill. As per employee they placed foods around 11:30. Employees removed the foods and stored them inside the 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. Form was provided.
Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification expired 11/30/2023.
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.
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. Form was provided.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Once cooked rice inside the reach in cooler not date marked.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a cutting board not longer cleanable at the sushi station..
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an unenclosed glass in a food preparation table. Employee discarded the soda.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at the sushi counter.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster is missing the lid.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer is soiled with blood at the bottom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation tables. Employee removed them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers with sugar, flour not identified.
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.