Sushi Today
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Sushi Today has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “in-use utensils between-use storage” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to other Mission Hill restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Mouse droppings under 3 compartment sink in closet and behind service line freezer. Reviewed pest report. Provide pest service prior to compliance inspection.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: Sushi rice not being tested or logged daily. Test and log sushi rice daily. Recalibrate pH meter as needed.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ladel for miso soup stored in 70F water. Store ladel clean and dry.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Debris and cardboard boxes under refrigerators in kitchen. Clean to avoid attracting pests. Discard boxes.
590.004/4-602.13-C
74
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial controls PIC to provide current shushi lab report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Containers of prepped shrimp tempura observed stored in 2 door upright unit without date marking. Provide made/discard date before storing. Per PIC shrimp tempurawas prepped the night before. s
590.003/3-501.17-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of microwave interior prep sink exterior of miso soup holder interior of refrigeration unit and exterior of bulk bins observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen shelvings line up with cardboard. Discontinue
590.004/4-101.11-C
Food storage prohibited areas (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes of mayo package observed stored in the restroom. Discontinue (COS)
590.003/3-305.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and storage bulk bins observed without labels.Provide labels when removed from original containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Cleaning of plumbing fixtures (c)
Inspector notes: Sushi area handsinks and warewashing handsinks observed soiled from visible food spills and foods encrsuted around. Clean and sanitize to remove
590.006/6-501.18-C
61
Jul 1, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
590.006/6-202.15-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Door leading to the backdoor observed with damaged door sweep. Provide proper repair PIC showed new door sweep to be installed on site
590.006/6-202.15-C
90
Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Squeeze bottles observed without lables. Provide lable when removed from original containers (Corrected on site by PIC)
590.003/3-302.12-C
95
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior of microwave observed soiled interior of prep sink and backspash observed soiled exterior of multiple storage bin containers observed soiled. interior of 2 door refrigeration unit observed soiled. Clean and sanitize.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple storage bin observed without labels. Provide labels when removed from original container or package.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed fish thawing still in ROP packaging . Discontinue open package before thawing. (Corrected on site by PIC).
590.003/3-501.13-C
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (c)
Inspector notes: Observed kitchen shelving lined with newpaper. Discontinue.
590.004/4-101.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed staff using yellow sponge to wipe and clean food contact equipment and dishes. Discontinue.
590.004/4-101.16-C
74
Jun 24, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of microwave observed soiled exterior of all bulk bin storage unit observed soiled exterior of both 2 doors refrigerato unit observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink observed without splash guard between the handsink and prep sink. Provide
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue using yellow sponge to wash dishes and to clean food contact surfaces. (COS)
590.004/4-101.16-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed miso scoop dispenser stored in water. Discontinue. (COS)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Observed tuna being thawed in the orginal cryovac package. Discontinue (COS)
590.003/3-501.13-C
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cutting board observed soiled. Clean and sanitize to remove.
590.004/4-501.12-C
67
Jan 24, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Prep sink in the kitchen and front counter area observed without an air gap. Submit a plumber report and a variance if unable to make the corrections.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: No reminder available for customer on online menu. Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
78
Jan 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Backflow prevention device when required (p)
Inspector notes: Waste water from the hand sink observed backing up into the prep sink. Prep sink in the kitchen are observed without an air gap. Repair.
590.005/5-203.14-P
Clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events (pf)
Inspector notes: No spill kit available on site. Provide.
590.002/2-501.11-PF
Assignment (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC not in compliance with HACCP on the sushi rice. Unable to keep record of daily logs and unable to calibrate sushi rice thermometer. Retrain.
590.002(A)/2-101.11-PF
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Consumer advisory disclosure and reminder not available for customer on paper menu or online. Provide
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: No daily log of the sushi rice observed and maintained. Provide and maintain daily logs.
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Both PIC and prep person observed without proper hair restraint. Provide and maintain.
590.002/2-402.11-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in the kitchen area observed without handwash sign. Provide
590.006/6-301.14-C
52
Jul 13, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Make correctiuons on the menu for new sushi items as discussed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Address
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up properly as discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean vents in the hood where needed
590.004/4-202.18-C
Clean linens (c)
Inspector notes: Store seperate from soiled linens
590.004/4-801.11-C
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures (c)
Inspector notes: Segragate grease trap from the normal trash receptacles in the alleyway - cut the deep grass in the backyard too close to the screen door / kitchen area -- yard is small and insects / rodents are gathering in the high grass
590.005/5-501.115-C
Outdoor enclosure (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the screen to the back door leading into the kitchen
590.005/5-501.12-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: clean to remove loose trash and debris scattered throughout the back yard
590.005/5-501.15-C
Drying mops (c)
Inspector notes: Keep off the floors after use a minimum of six inches
590.006/6-501.16-C
Clean condition-outer clothing (c)
Inspector notes: Address
590.002/2-304.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Address as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
55
Apr 3, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Conformance with approved procedures (p)
Inspector notes: Re-write the HACCP plan on site so it can be read easier - currently it is written on several small pieces of paper
590.008/8-103.12-P
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Cannot read through the cloudy glass properly - replace
590.004/4-201.12-P
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: White cutting board on the cooking line with deep lacerations and soils - clean to remove or replace
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the rear trash storage area and by the rear entrance doorway - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to use plastic cups to dispense condiments - ensure commercial grade equipment with handles are used as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks as discussed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up at both the sushi station and kitchen prep areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden spoons visibly compromised with burn marks and broken ends
590.004/4-101.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all bulk food containers to properly identify the content
590.003/3-302.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the kitchen and behind the sushi line from visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean food contact surfaces - can be used to clean floors walls and ceiling - non - food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all receptacles are clean and free from holes and openings - ensure lids are on tightly when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
39
Mar 17, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Compliance with food law (p)
Inspector notes: Do not purchase any foods from " retail " establishments - professionally licensed commercial wholesalers only
590.003(A)/3-201.11-P
Characteristics-materials for construction and repair (p)
Inspector notes: Residental table top deep fryer in use - discontinue and only use commercial grade equipment
590.004/4-101.11-P
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: The advisory is incomplete on the new menu- address
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Ensure the hand soap is accessible for staff and located in arms length of the basin itself - hand soap is currently in another area of the kitchen
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Conformance with approved procedures (pf)
Inspector notes: Temperature log books arenot being filled out 100% - certain areas are not being filled out completely - address moving forward - this is very important becaus eit is verification that staff are properly preparing sushi
590.008/8-103.12-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up as we discussed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Resurface rusted areas of the lower shelving units in the kitchen were needed
590.004/4-202.16-C
50
Nov 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled bulk container lids and food spills on prep tables / refrigerated unit. Clean to remove all soils / spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
90
Nov 22, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food temperature measuring devices (p)
Inspector notes: Cannot read through the cloudy glass properly - replace
590.004/4-201.12-P
Conformance with approved procedures (p)
Inspector notes: Re-write the HACCP plan on site so it can be read easier - currently it is written on several small pieces of paper
590.008/8-103.12-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Some evidence of rodent activity in the rear trash storage area and by the rear entrance doorway - contact pest control company and provide an IPM report as discussed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: White cutting board on the cooking line with deep lacerations and soils - clean to remove or replace
590.004/4-202.11-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Clean the floors throughout the kitchen and behind the sushi line from visible food spills
590.006/6-101.11-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discard wooden spoons visibly compromised with burn marks and broken ends
590.004/4-101.17-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all bulk food containers to properly identify the content
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue to use plastic cups to dispense condiments - ensure commercial grade equipment with handles are used as discussed
590.003/3-304.12-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up at both the sushi station and kitchen prep areas
590.003/3-304.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue the use of sponges to clean food contact surfaces - can be used to clean floors walls and ceiling - non - food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks as discussed
590.006/6-301.14-C
Effectiveness-hair restraints (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all food handlers are wearing proper hair restraints when working with foods
590.002/2-402.11-C
Outside receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all receptacles are clean and free from holes and openings - ensure lids are on tightly when not in use
590.005/5-501.15-C
39
Nov 18, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled bulk container lids and food spills on prep tables / refrigerated unit. Clean to remove all soils / spills
590.004/4-601.11-PF
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Today last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Today on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Today?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensils between-use storage” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sushi Today.
How does Sushi Today compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Sushi Today most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Sushi Today's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sushi Today have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sushi Today means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sushi Today inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Today is inspected around four times per year on average.
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