AOKI TEPPANYAKI
Dadeland Mall
Kendall, Florida, 33143
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.8/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 3/29/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
8
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 51-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in upstairs storage area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed helium tanks not secure at callback. **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed throughout kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 14-74-7:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - 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 in prep hall with ambient temperature of 56. The following CT's foods stored inside: tofu (49F - Cold Holding); gyoza sauce with oil and garlic (49F - Cold Holding); miso garlic oil sauce (49F - Cold Holding). Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed reach in cooler in prep hall with ambient temperature of 50; at callback. No TCS foods stored inside. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed across cook line at sushi bar. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed across cook line at sushi bar. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed in chest freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers throughout establishment. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers throughout establishment; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed in multiple reach in coolers in kitchen; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at hand sink in ware wash area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed leaking pipe at hand sink in ware wash area; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hose stored in hand sink at warewash area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed hose stored in hand sink at warewash area; at callback. **Time Extended**
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on clean dish racks. Observed on knife magnet in sushi area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-29: Observed on clean dish racks. Observed on knife magnet in sushi area; at callback. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/29/2025 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 3/28/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
4
Inspection Details:
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed next to service window by sushi station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Observed ice buildup in chest freezer at sushi bar area. **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. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Observed raw chicken and steak over shrimp and eggs in reach in across cook line. Observed raw chicken over raw pork in cooler on sushi bar line. Operator changed order during inspection. **Time Extended** Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatulas stored inside hand sink at cook line. Operator removed the items. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Observed hand sink at warewash area with hose stored inside at time of callback. **Time Extended**
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled at bar. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-28: Observed spray bottle at bar area with no label; bartender labeled at time of inspection. **Time Extended** Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/28/2025 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 3/28/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
6
Basic
15
Total
25
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled. Warning
- 16-21-4:Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed soiled exterior of dish machine. Warning
- 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in upstairs storage area. Warning
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. Warning
- 14-74-7:Basic - 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 in prep hall with ambient temperature of 56. The following CT's foods stored inside: tofu (49F - Cold Holding); gyoza sauce with oil and garlic (49F - Cold Holding); miso garlic oil sauce (49F - Cold Holding). Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed across cook line at sushi bar. 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 on shelf at kitchen entrance employee items section; stored above hibachi carts. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer. Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on cook line at 88F. Warning
- 51-13-4:Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple reach in coolers throughout establishment. Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers in warewash. Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers in kitchen. Warning
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe at hand sink in ware wash area. Warning
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 live flies in hallway prep area. Observed 4 live flies in warewash. 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 across cook line raw chicken and beef stored above eggs and raw shrimp. Chef moved dyeing inspection. Observed in sushi bar area raw chicken over raw pork; operator changed during inspection. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler in prep hall with ambient temperature of 56. The following CT's foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: tofu (49F - Cold Holding); gyoza sauce with oil and garlic (49F - Cold Holding); miso garlic oil sauce (49F - Cold Holding). Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler in prep hall with ambient temperature of 56. The following CT's foods stored inside for more than 4 hours: tofu (49F - Cold Holding); gyoza sauce with oil and garlic (49F - Cold Holding); miso garlic oil sauce (49F - Cold Holding). Observed on cook line butter (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator, butter there less than 2 hours; ice was added to bin to chill. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 53A-10-4:Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed chef unable to calibrate thermometer verbally with inspector. Inspector went over process with chef; 32F. Warning
- 05-07-4:Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed chef unable to calibrate thermometer verbally with inspector. Inspector went over process with chef; 32F. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves on dry dish racks in warewash area. Observed soiled can opener blade; not in use. Observed sticky shelves above prep table in hall. Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hose stored in hand sink at warewash area. Warning
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on clean dish racks. Observed on knife magnet in sushi area. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in bar area. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/28/2025 revealed 25 total violations (4 high priority, 6 intermediate, 15 basic).
Inspection on 12/5/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
3
Basic
5
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed next to service window by sushi station. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle at kitchen behind sushi station. Operator removed the tongs. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed next to sushi station. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed spicy tuna (Frozen) thawing at room temperature on table at sushi station. Repeat Violation Warning
- 21-08-4:Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator discarded the solution and replaced with new solution, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm). Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over RTE sauces inside WIC. Operator properly arranged by cooking tempetures. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spatulas stored inside hand sink at cook line. Operator removed the items. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03G-50-1:Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw beef ROP onsite held inside package for more than 48 hrs. Label shows 10/25. Also Observed establishment conducts ROP of raw tuna. As per operator the tuna is frozen before, during and after packing. Contact information was provided to operator regarding ROP. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled at bar. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/5/2024 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 3 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 6/7/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
2
Basic
25
Total
33
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with not handle inside brown sugar container at storage second floor. Operator discarded de bowl. Corrected On-Site
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed heavily soiled sealing vents all throughout main kitchen area.
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pans and pots stored not inverted under the prep counter at main kitchen area. Operator correct it. Corrected On-Site
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed at unisex employees bathroom at second floor.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at different prep tables main kitchen area with cut marks not longer cleanable.
- 12B-02-4:Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a half open sandwich and a coffee cup stored on top of prep table at RIC inside kitchen at sushi bar. Operator discarded the food. Corrected On-Site
- 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 car keys in top of prep table at RIC inside sushi bar kitchen. Employee removed key from prep table. Corrected On-Site
- 24-08-4:Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nested at rack over dishwasher area.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at several point at main kitchen area, under and behind ice machine, by hall across from WIC.
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer located next sushi bar area and/or walk-in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top a ice machine surface Operator removed the scoop to be sanitized and place inside a bucket. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle inside rice container inside kitchen area. Operator removed the scoop Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongue store inside room temperature water at sushi bar kitchen. Operator removed the tongs. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed several RIC at sushi bar kitchen, sushi bar station, and main kitchen area without ambient thermometers.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed RIC gaskets all throughout kitchen and sushi bar area heavily soiled.
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing leaking fixtures under HWS at dishwashing area.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of RIC soiled all throughout kitchen area.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at sushi bar area and all throughout the main kitchen units. Repeat Violation
- 24-18-4:Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed soup spoons at sushi bar area with food contact up.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in RIC under prep table across hibachi main kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 29-20-5:Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. Observed at HWS next to prep sink main kitchen entrance.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper Observed portioned salmon thawing at room temperature at prep table main kitchen area. Operator moved product to WIC while still frozen. Corrected On-Site
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with mold like substance under and behind dishwasher machine. Repeat Violation
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking faucet at HWS by prep table kitchen entrance and at prep sink at dishwashing station area.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a brown sugar container at second floor storage area and, tempura flower at main kitchen area nor labeled with common name.
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two containers labeled as amoxicillin stored inside kitchen sushi area. operator discarded the bottles. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw salmon stored over oranges inside wRIC at sushi bar. Operator relocated the raw Salmon. Corrected On-Site
- 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 salmon inside RIC at prep area. Operator relocated the chicken and salmon to correct position. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at room temperature at preparation table kitchen area. As per operator less than 30 minutes ago. Operator placed egg back in RIC. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed seared tuna (56F - Cold Holding) at RIC as per manager overnight. Operator segregated it to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed seared tuna (56F - Cold Holding) at RIC as per manager overnight. Operator segregated it to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS by sushi bar kitchen with dumped ice inside. Observed employee washing WC inside HWS next to prep sink main kitchen area. Manager was informed that he HWS is only to wash employees hands. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed not paper towels at HWS by prep table inside main kitchen.
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/7/2024 revealed 33 total violations (6 high priority, 2 intermediate, 25 basic).
Inspection on 2/12/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dishwasher area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dishwasher area. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02D-01-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container not identified by common name. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: Observed rice container not identified by common name. **Time Extended**
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written procedures was provided. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/12/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 12/4/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
6
Basic
10
Total
20
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots and pans stored not inverted on a shelf under preparation table. Operator inverted the pots and pans. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 32-12-5:Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dishwasher area. Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Warning
- 35B-02-4:Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. At salad station. Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Repeat Violation Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice container not identified by common name. Warning
- 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 69° F. 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 beef stored over raw fish at reach in cooler front counter. And raw beef stored over raw salmon. Operator relocated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed edamame sauce (48F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator from 12-01-23. Operator removed to discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed edemane sauce (48F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator from 12-01-23. Operator removed to discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03G-42-1:Intermediate - Establishment using food additives or adding components such as vinegar as a method of food preservation or to make the food not time/temperature control for safety without an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed kimchi made on house no variance approved. Information of special process guidance was provided. Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed sushi with several raw fish not identified as raw on menu. Warning
- 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 8 employees hired more than 6 month no proof of employment training. Warning
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At sushi station. Soap was provided. Warning
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Written procedures was provided. Warning
- 29-28-4:Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter no record of the last day were changed. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/4/2023 revealed 20 total violations (4 high priority, 6 intermediate, 10 basic).