SIM SUSHI TAPAS
Sunset Drive
Florida, 33143
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.3/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/29/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
9
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In kitchen area
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed interior of second floor walk in cooler in disrepair and step at first floor walk in cooler in disrepair. Repeat Violation
- 10-14-5:Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor at bar area. Operator properly placed bucket. Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons stored in standing water next to cook line. Operator removed utensils. Corrected On-Site
- 29-17-4:Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar area
- 21-38-4:Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor at sushi area.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over container of ginger in reach in cooler in back area next to walk in cooler. Operator relocated products. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for quaternary. Repeat Violation
- 53B-10-4:Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed all employee training certificates missing date of birth
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2025 revealed 9 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 4/29/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
3
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed down stairs walk in cooler door step in poor repair. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed down stairs walk in cooler door step in poor repair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-29: **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair in second floor walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed floor in disrepair in second floor walk in cooler. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-29: **Time Extended**
- 10-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed tongs stored on oven door handle. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-29: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/29/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 3 basic).
Inspection on 2/25/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
4
Basic
8
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above standing reach in cooler next downstairs to walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed ceiling tile above standing reach in cooler next downstairs to walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed down stairs walk in cooler door step in poor repair. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed down stairs walk in cooler door step in poor repair. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of downstairs walk in cooler. Also observed standing water under hand washing sink at front counter bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed water inside of downstairs walk in cooler. Also still observed standing water under hand washing sink at front counter bar area **Time Extended**
- 36-17-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair in second floor walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed floor in disrepair in second floor walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 14-69-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in white chest reach in freezer across from three compartment sink. Also observed ice buildup up in white chest reach in freezer at front counter bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed ice buildup up in white chest reach in freezer across from three compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 10-12-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. **Time Extended**
- 10-20-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed tongs stored on oven door handle. **Time Extended**
- 29-11-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from fan in downstairs walk in cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed water leaking from fan in downstairs walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in handwashing sink at front counter bar area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: still observed strainer stored in handwashing sink at front counter bar area. **Time Extended**
- 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 testing strips for dishwasher. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed no chlorine testing strips for dishwasher. **Time Extended**
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Still observed no probe thermometer. **Time Extended**
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for food employees Jacinto, Angie had been hired for more than 60 days. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-25: Observed for food employees Jacinto, Angie had been hired for more than 60 days **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/25/2025 revealed 12 total violations (0 high priority, 4 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 2/24/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
9
Basic
18
Total
31
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine across from dishwasher. Warning
- 14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside container of shredded pork at top reach in cooler across from fryer in kitchen area. Operator removed bowl. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above standing reach in cooler next downstairs to walk in cooler. Warning
- 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 tuna (frozen) thawing in down stairs walk in cooler not removed from packaging. Operator removed the tuna from packaging. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation at front counter sushi station with no hair restraint. Warning
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed down stairs walk in cooler door step in poor repair. Repeat Violation Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water inside of downstairs walk in cooler. Also observed standing water under hand washing sink at front counter bar area. Warning
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair in second floor walk in cooler. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw shell eggs stored on the floor in second floor walk in cooler. Operator stored eggs on shelf. Also observed cooking oil stored on the floor under staircase across from dishwasher. Operator stored oil properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in white chest reach in freezer across from three compartment sink. Also observed ice buildup up in white chest reach in freezer at front counter bar area. Warning
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-06-5:Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed utensil handle touching masago at top reach in cooler at front counter sushi station. Operator removed utensil. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table in kitchen area. Operator removed wiping cloth. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave soiled at kitchen. Warning
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers on drying rack in dishwashing area. Warning
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from fan in downstairs walk in cooler. Warning
- 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed second floor walk in cooler soiled. Warning
- 14-86-1:High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed wiping cloth used as a liner on a tray containing egg rolls in reach cooler across from grill in kitchen area. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw sausage stored over miso paste in bottom reach in cooler across from fryer in kitchen area. Operator stored properly. Also observed raw beef stored next to cheese in top reach in cooler at prep table across from grill in kitchen area. Operator arranged container's properly. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (46F - Cold Holding); french fries (49F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in downstairs walk in cooler. As per operator since Saturday 02/22. Operator discarded items during inspection. Also Observed sushi rice (66F - Cold Holding) at bottom reach in cooler prep table at sushi station. As per operator since yesterday 2/23. Operator discarded rice during inspection. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (46F - Cold Holding) raw hamburger patties (46F - Cold Holding) in standing reach in cooler next to down stairs walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 3 hours Also Observed sushi rice (66F - Cold Holding) at bottom reach in cooler prep table at sushi station. As per operator since yesterday 2/23. Operator discarded rice during inspection. Also observed shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); raw tuna (46F - Cold Holding); french fries (49F - Cold Holding); raw bacon (49F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in downstairs walk in cooler. As per operator since Saturday 02/22. Operator discarded items during inspection. . **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation 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. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed service cart in front of hand washing sink next to dishwasher. Operator moved the cart. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed strainer stored in handwashing sink at front counter bar area. 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 testing strips for dishwasher. Warning
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. 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. Observed no employee health reporting agreement for employees Allison and Callie. As per operator they have been working for less than 60 days. Repeat Violation 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. Observed no written plan for sushi rice. Inspector provided form to operator. Warning
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed for food employees Jacinto, Angie had been hired for more than 60 days. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles at front counter not labeled. Operator labeled spray bottles during inspection. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/24/2025 revealed 31 total violations (4 high priority, 9 intermediate, 18 basic).
Inspection on 3/28/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
3
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-28: Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-28: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Admin Complaint
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. Warning **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-28: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/28/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 1/26/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
3
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning **Time Extended**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning **Time Extended**
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed different sushi with tuna, salmon, etc not identify as raw on the menu. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed different sushi with tuna, salmon, etc not identify as raw on the menu **Time Extended**
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-26: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. Warning **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/26/2024 revealed 4 total violations (0 high priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 1/25/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
7
Basic
4
Total
17
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door in disrepair. Warning
- 10-12-5:Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Operator moved the ice scoop. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At oven door. Operator moved the tongs. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at sushi station. Operator removed the towels. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils inside of water at 80°F preparation area. Operator moved the container to the stove. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 08A-04-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed vegetables at reach in cooler locative next to walk in cooler. And raw shells eggs stored over vegetables at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the products. 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. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over raw fish at reach in cooler drawers. Operator relocated the products. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Salmon (56 F - Cold Holding); Tuna (56 F - Cold Holding); Hamachi (56 F - Cold Holding); yellow tail (54 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler sushi station. As per operator for about three hours. And shrimp tempura (47 F - Cold Holding); massago (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler preparation area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator moved the products to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **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 sushi station: rice (94 F - Hot Holding) at sushi station. As per operator for three hours. As per operator they will maintain this rice under time. Warning
- 41-18-4:High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine + 200 ppm) at front counter. 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. Warning
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning
- 02B-01-5:Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed different sushi with tuna, salmon, etc not identify as raw on the menu. Repeat Violation Warning
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at salad station. 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. 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. The written procedures was provided. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flans at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator was made five days ago. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/25/2024 revealed 17 total violations (6 high priority, 7 intermediate, 4 basic).
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Phone: (305) 392-1832
Website: https://simmiami.com/
Google Rating
★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
(253 reviews)Price Level
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Features
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✓ Bar
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Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025