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THE SUSHI BAR

THE SUSHI BAR maintains a 1.9/5 food safety rating based on 5 health department inspections in MIAMI. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

8748 Southwest 72nd Street
Miami, Florida, 33173
Miami-Dade County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★½☆☆☆ (1.9/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 8/13/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10933076

  • 06-09-1:Basic - 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 raw diced tuna and raw whole tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen package inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket broken at walk in cooler door. Repeat Violation
  • 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of screen door in kitchen.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath cooking equipment soiled.
  • 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile cracked at employee bathroom.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 120F on prep table in kitchen.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf underneath cooking equipment heavily soiled with grease.
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at prep table by magnetic knife holder.
  • 22-35-5:High Priority - Food preparation table has soil/old food residue. Observed prep table where tempura shrimp is made soiled with old food debris.
  • 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw tuna stored over unwashed avocados inside walk in cooler.
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked rice inside walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
  • 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 raw diced tuna and raw whole tuna completely thawed inside reduced oxygen package inside walk in cooler.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scrubber stored inside hand sink in kitchen
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in kitchen

Inspection Date: 3/4/2025

  • 06-09-1:Basic - 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 raw diced tuna thawing inside reduced oxygen packaging at triple sink. Operator cut open bags Corrected On-Site
  • 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at door on walk in cooler
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor underneath equipment soiled Repeat Violation
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezers
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw tuna thawing inside standing water. Operator put product under running water Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over lemons inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink next to triple sink. Operator provided soap. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled under triple sink. Operator labeled bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Inspection Date: 12/3/2024

  • 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 at front counter. Repeat Violation
  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelf in tempura prep station and underneath fryer.
  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled underneath all kitchen equipment.
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of carrots stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Operator picked up bag of carrots and placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled and walk in cooler fan guard soiled. Repeat Violation
  • 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in kitchen area by cook line.
  • 22-35-5:High Priority - Food preparation table has soil/old food residue. Observed tempura prep table soiled with old food debris in kitchen near fryer.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove area heavily soiled with old food debris.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed clean containers stored inside hand sink in back kitchen area. Repeat Violation
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in back kitchen area.
  • 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser not labeled stored under triple sink.

Inspection Date: 5/14/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8616105

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
  • 06-09-1:Basic - 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 fish not frozen in oxygen reduce package. Advise operator to either remove from package or cut the package.
  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable, throughout the kitchen, and front counter area.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located near the preparation area.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed walk in cooler fans guard soiled.
  • 14-69-4:Basic - Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Observed standing reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
  • 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw fish inside the hands sink, located at cooking line. Employee removed item. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/20/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8351581

  • 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
  • 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
  • 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  • 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed package items inside standing water. Operator placed items under running water. Corrected On-Site
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sushi roller inside hand washing station. Operator removed item. Corrected On-Site

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Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.6/5)
(95 reviews)

Price Level

$$

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:Closed
✓ Currently Open

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Serves Beer
Serves Wine
Lunch
Dinner
Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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