SOYA SUSHI BAR OF FLORIDA
11402 NW 41 ST UNIT 116-118
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.4/5)
Based on 8 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 2/28/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
3
Total
5
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over reach-in freezer at preparation area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-28: Observed over reach-in freezer at preparation area. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front sushi counter cutting boards and cutting boards at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-28: Observed at front sushi counter cutting boards and cutting boards at cook line. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at cook line and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-28: Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at cook line and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. **Time Extended**
- 22-49-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-28: Observed dishmachine with a Chlorine 00ppm concentration. Admin Complaint
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-28: Observed no chlorine test strips available. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/28/2025 revealed 5 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/20/2025
High Priority
3
Intermediate
4
Basic
8
Total
15
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over reach-in freezer at preparation area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents soiled at three compartment sink area. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front sushi counter cutting boards and cutting boards at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored above preparation table. Speaker was removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees at cook line engaging in food preparation without a beard guard. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at cook line and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of avocados on floor next to walk-in cooler, plastic containers of soy sauce on floor at preparation area, and plastic containers of portioned sauces on floor at walk-in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed co Rainer of salt and sugar not labeled with common name at preparation area. Warning
- 22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm). Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - 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 shrimp in reach-in cooler at cook line. Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Krab sticks (125F - Hot Holding); maduros (119F - Hot Holding) at hot holding equipment at front counter. As per manager, less than 4 hours. Manager increase elevation for rapid reheating. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand washing sink at cook line. Warning
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at cook line. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/20/2025 revealed 15 total violations (3 high priority, 4 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 11/4/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
5
Basic
12
Total
18
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Informed manager. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended**
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over reachin freezer area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Ceiling tile missing. Observed over reachin freezer area **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front sushi counter and rear of bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front sushi counter and rear of bar. **Time Extended**
- 13-07-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch at sushi station while doing food preparation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed employee wearing watch at sushi station while doing food preparation. **Time Extended**
- 24-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting at dish area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed containers wet nesting at dish area. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at walk in cooler, side sandwich reach in cooler t kitchen area, and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed torn gaskets at walk in cooler, side sandwich reach in cooler t kitchen area, and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. **Time Extended**
- 14-25-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed sushi rice being held in wooden bowl at kitchen area.. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed sushi rice being held in wooden bowl at kitchen area.. Warning **Time Extended**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of avocados on floor walk in cooler. Also observed oil and corn flakes stored on floor in dry storage. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed cases of avocados on floor walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in freezer soiled at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Gaskets in reach in freezer soiled at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 08B-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of food not covered in cook line low boy. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed containers of salmon and cream cheeses croquettes not covered in cook line low boy. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk - in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelving soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Walk- in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
- 21-12-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored sanitizer bucket on cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored sanitizer bucket on cook line. **Time Extended**
- 22-49-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed main kitchen chlorine sanitizer reading at 00ppm. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed main kitchen dish washing machine chlorine sanitizer reading at 00ppm Admin Complaint
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand wash sink at rear bar. Observed front handwash sink being utilized as dump sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed utensils in handwash sink at rear sink in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no certified food manager in establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed no certified food manager in establishment. **Time Extended**
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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 no currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Observed no currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at three compartment sink hand wash area and at rear bar sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at three compartment sink hand wash area and at rear bar sink. **Time Extended**
- 29-28-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on water filter behind ice machine in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-04: Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on water filter behind ice machine in kitchen. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/4/2024 revealed 18 total violations (1 high priority, 5 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 10/28/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
6
Basic
20
Total
29
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Informed manager. Warning
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in freezer handles. Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over reachin freezer area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front sushi counter and rear of bar. Warning
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle being stored on prep surface. Employee removed bottle. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cel phone stored above prep station. Employee removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing watch at sushi station while doing food preparation. Warning
- 13-04-4:Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees at sushi station engaging in food preparation without a beard guard. Warning
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting at dish area. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets at walk in cooler, side sandwich reach in cooler t kitchen area, and reach-in coolers at sushi bar area. Warning
- 14-25-5:Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed sushi rice being held in wooden bowl at kitchen area.. Warning
- 36-01-4:Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in dry storage area. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of avocados on floor walk in cooler. Also observed oil and corn flakes stored on floor in dry storage. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in triple door upright reach in freezer at kitchen area. Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at cook line. Chef removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in freezer soiled at kitchen area. Warning
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leak under dishwasher. Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed containers of food not covered in cook line low boy. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk - in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelving soiled. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored sanitizer bucket on cook line. Warning
- 22-49-4:High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed main kitchen chlorine sanitizer reading at 00ppm. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over scrambled eggs in low boy cook line cooler. Chef rearranged products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 41-15-5:High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed first reading of chlorine sanitizer bucket at +200 ppm. Manager adjusted sanitizer to 100 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils in hand wash sink at rear bar. Observed front handwash sink being utilized as dump sink. Warning
- 53A-07-6:Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no certified food manager in establishment. Warning
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - 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 no currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by three compartment sink handwash sink. And in kitchen line hand wash sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at three compartment sink hand wash area and at rear bar sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-28-4:Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed no date on water filter behind ice machine in kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/28/2024 revealed 29 total violations (3 high priority, 6 intermediate, 20 basic).
Inspection on 10/28/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
3
Total
6
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing located above reach in freezer at corner/side kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed ceiling tile missing located above reach in freezer at corner/side kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at front sushi prep station. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at front sushi prep station. **Time Extended**
- 14-25-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed large wooden sushi bowl used to prepare sushi rice, located at kitchen area. These bowls are made of soft woods such as cypress. Soft wood is not acceptable for use as a food-contact surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed large wooden sushi bowl used to prepare sushi rice, located at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed no soap provided at handwash sink located at three compartment sink area and kitchen hand washing sink. **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located next to rice cookers, near kitchen cookline. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed no soap provided at handwash sink located at three compartment sink area and sushi bar. **Time Extended**
- 29-28-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter with no date indicating when filter was last serviced, located behind kitchen ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Observed water filter with no date indicating when filter was last serviced, located behind kitchen ice machine. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/28/2024 revealed 6 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 4/11/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
6
Basic
12
Total
23
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Chef use bowl/plate with no handle to dispense sushi rice and rice held at kitchen area. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located behind bar. Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing located above reach in freezer at corner/side kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents located above warewashing area. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at front sushi prep station. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-25-5:Basic - Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface. Observed large wooden sushi bowl used to prepare sushi rice, located at kitchen area. These bowls are made of soft woods such as cypress. Soft wood is not acceptable for use as a food-contact surface. Warning
- 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of citrus oranges and limes stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice located behind bar. Employee placed handle of ice scoop in an upright position. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses located at kitchen cookline. Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed small spoons at sushi station stored in standing water at 64F. Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board located at kitchen area. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed food containers of panko bread crumbs, cornflakes, tempura batter, flour and tempura flakes not identified, stored next to kitchen cookline. Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 3+ live fruit flies on counter near espresso machine and 5+ live fruit flies near floor drain behind bar counter. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed various food containers of raw shrimp and raw salmon, stored above boxes of vegetables inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed containers of raw chicken stored over containers of raw beef inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (50F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (54F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (51F - Cold Holding); krab salad w/ tempura flakes (55F - Cold Holding) located at sushi station due to double containers, food items not stored directly into reach in cooler unit. Observed white rice (75F - Cold Holding); raw shelled eggs (74F - Cold Holding) located at kitchen prep counter, holding at room temperature. Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (109F - Hot Holding) located next to kitchen cookline. Observed sweet plantains (95F - Hot Holding); fried sushi roll (122F - Hot Holding); fried imitation krab (100F - Hot Holding) under hot lamp at sushi station. Observed white rice (95F - Hot Holding); fried rice (99F - Hot Holding); sunny side eggs (74F - Hot Holding) located at kitchen prep counter holding at room temperature. Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen equipment stored in handwash sink located next to rice warmers at kitchen area. Chef removed kitchen equipment stored in sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-56-4:Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Observed final rinse temperature at 110F located at hot water sanitizing dish machine at kitchen area. Warning
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. None provided at time of inspection. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located next to rice cookers, near kitchen cookline. Repeat Violation Warning
- 29-28-4:Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter with no date indicating when filter was last serviced, located behind kitchen ice machine. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/11/2024 revealed 23 total violations (5 high priority, 6 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 4/11/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
3
Basic
3
Total
11
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located by bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing above reach in freezers at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at sushi prep area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately fifteen live fruit flies/flying insects landing on ceiling pat back kitchen area above outer mop sink closet door. Observed at bar area approximately three live flying insects landing on dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: Admin Complaint
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler calamari stored over unwashed potatoes. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw beef stored over raw salmon located in walk in cooler. Observed in lowboy cooler at cookline drawer, raw chicken stored over raw beef ribs. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (52F - Cold Holding) located on prep table at sushi station, less than 4 hours. Advise to manager to place food items into reach in cooler to maintain temperatures at +or- 41F and below. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: Observed at Sushi Station: masago (50F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (54F - Cold Holding); cooked octopus (51F - Cold Holding) due to double containing of food containers, less than 4 hours. Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed breaded shrimp (120F - Hot Holding) located under heating lamp at sushi prep station, less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: Observed at Hot Lamp: sweet plantains (95F - Hot Holding); fried sushi roll (122F - Hot Holding); fried imitation krab (100F - Hot Holding), less than 4 hours. Admin Complaint
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. At time of inspection observed dish machine operating as a hot water sanitizing unit, no measuring device provided. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all sinks in establishment no paper towels available. Manager provided and stocked. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at all sinks in establishment no soap available. Manager provided. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-11: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/11/2024 revealed 11 total violations (5 high priority, 3 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 12/19/2023
High Priority
6
Intermediate
9
Basic
20
Total
35
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured located by bar. Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing above reach in freezers at kitchen area. Warning
- 24-03-4:Basic - Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at cook line prep area. Observed clean utensils stored in same container as soiled utensils. Manager removed utensils from prep area to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 24-26-4:Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed next to reach in freezers sushi bowl on floor. Warning
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cups at bar area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at sushi prep area. Repeat Violation Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in walk in cooler a 2 liter open bottle of soda stored next to almond milk. Observed at prep table employee charger in serving bowl. Observed at prep table employee cellphone store on table. Warning
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen area, floors are soiled. Observed drain at mop sink and bar area soiled. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler yams, plastic bottles of soy sauce, avocados and soy beans stored on floor. Observed in dry storage closet bags of rice, bags of sugar, containers of oil all stored on floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer where ice cream is stored next to the office. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar area ice bin. Manager placed scoop upright in ice. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at sink across from kitchen prep area, restrooms used by employees, bar area and sushi prep station. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fryer and cooker soiled with food buildup. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up. Observed kitchen fan next to prep area with an accumulation of dust. Repeat Violation Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels for tempura flakes on new container that was storing cooked white rice. Repeat Violation Warning
- 24-18-4:Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up, observed next to cookline prep area. Warning
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed next to reach in freezer box of napkins on floor. Repeat Violation Warning
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in freezer next to office, container of ice cream not covered. Warning
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed soiled empty black crates, stacked on wall next to mop closet. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in mop sink closet. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of salt or sugar not label. Employee labeled sugar container located under kitchen counter. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately fifteen live fruit flies/flying insects landing on ceiling pat back kitchen area above outer mop sink closet door. Observed at bar area approximately three live flying insects landing on dish machine. Warning
- 01D-01-5:High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed no parasite destruction letter for swai used to make ceviche, which is offered raw. As per manager, raw fish is purchased from Restaurant Depot. Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed in walk in cooler calamari stored over unwashed potatoes. Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef and raw beef stored over raw salmon located in walk in cooler. Observed in lowboy cooler at cookline drawer, raw chicken stored over raw beef ribs. Repeat Violation Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (52F - Cold Holding) located on prep table at sushi station, less than 4 hours. Advise to manager to place food items into reach in cooler to maintain temperatures at +or- 41F and below. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed breaded shrimp (120F - Hot Holding) located under heating lamp at sushi prep station, less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - 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. Print and emailed to operator at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at rear sink next to walk in cooler, sink blocked by ladder. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at hand wash sink across from prep area of kitchen, a sponge and ice cream scoop stored inside sink. Observed at sink in dish washing area a serving tray and tongs stored. Observed throughout establishment all hand washing sinks with items stored inside. Manager began removing items during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 16-62-1:Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. At time of inspection observed dish machine operating as a hot water sanitizing unit, no measuring device provided. Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all sinks in establishment no paper towels available. Manager provided and stocked. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Print and emailed to operator at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at all sinks in establishment no soap available. Manager provided. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 16-59-1:Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed at bar area dish machine not dispensing due to no sanitizer available. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink at sushi station, handle for hot water is loose, not allowing hot water to be turned on. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/19/2023 revealed 35 total violations (6 high priority, 9 intermediate, 20 basic).
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