1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around 10 violations across recent inspections versus roughly 12 violations before.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 3 salmon and 3 snapper filets thawed in ROP.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed tuna tartare and crudo on menu with no indication it is raw. Operator marked menus during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen.
36-34-5
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 3 salmon and 3 snapper filets thawed in ROP.
06-09-1
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at cooler across cook line.
14-36-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack above dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers and freezers.
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.
36-27-5
47
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dish rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation throughout restaurant. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
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 across cook line not working; operator uses for dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: Observed tongs on oven door. Time Extended** **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
67
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in across cook line: yucca bites (60F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator placed in opposite cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no employee training on site. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dish rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed above dish machine. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of corn nuts on floor next to warewash. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of dish machine soiled. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation throughout restaurant. **Warning**
36-34-5
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 across cook line not working; operator uses for dry storage. **Warning**
14-74-7
50
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed above three compartment sink on dish rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed above three compartment sink on dish rack; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 03-04-25; all expired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: 03-04-25; all expired. **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled; kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed exterior soiled at callback inspection report. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in multiple freezers throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed ice buildup at callback inspection report. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed in warewash area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
67
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at front counter: Sweet potato crisp (76F - Cold Holding). As per operator, potato is used as garnish and has been there since day before inspection. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at sushi counter: shrimp (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator, shrimp was there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Operator placed in walk in cooler for rapid chill. Sweet potato crisp (76F - Cold Holding). As per operator, crisps were made night before and are used as garnish; inspector provided TPHC form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter: sushi rice (60F - Hot Holding). As per operator, sushi rice is normally held on time; can't provide TPHC form. Rice was cooked less than 4 hours prior to inspection; operator placed in walk in cooler for rapid chill. Inspector provided TPHC form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - (null) Observed raw rolls not marked; observed California roll with masago not marked. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed operator with no proof of plan written; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed above three compartment sink on dish rack. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 03-04-25; all expired. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in warewash area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled; kitchen area. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in multiple freezers throughout kitchen. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior soiled; wait station area. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers in kitchen area. **Warning**
23-03-4
32
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef in the same container with cooked short ribs at walk in cooler. Operator separated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over pasta at reach in freezer. Operator relocated products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken, raw beef and raw shrimp stored over vegetables, pasta and cooked belly at drawers reach in cooler. And raw beef stored over ponzu sauce at walk in cooler. Operator relocated all the products . **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over calamari at reach in freezer. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed white rice (100 F - Hot Holding) at rice cooker. As per operator from the day before. Operator discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed sushi rice not time marked at sushi station. As per manager was just preparing. Operator time marked the product. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white rice (100 F - Hot Holding) at rice cooker. As per operator from the day before. Operator discarded the product. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
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. The form was provided and printed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located next to dishwasher machine. Operator provided the paper. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw fish at reach in cooler sushi station not date marked. As per manager was prepared yesterday 24 hours ago. Operator **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor kitchen area next to exit door. Operator moved the oil container to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef not covered at walk in cooler. Operator covered the product. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
36-50-4
19
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked rice and cooked pork at drawer reach in cooler. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw duck stored over raw beef. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee provided paper towels at sink.
31B-02-4
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 2 employees hired 5 months ago without employee training.
53B-02-5
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 2 employees hired 5 months ago with no health reporting agreement.
11-26-1
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 procedures for sushi rice. Provided form to operator.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue at hand wash sink at sushi station.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed a wet towel touching the sushi rice.
21-05-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 3 employees wearing bracelets and watches.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed vinegar and oil container stored on floor. Operator rearranged products. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in wide chest reach-in freezer .
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at sushi board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven at front counter soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bar area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed dessert not covered at reach in cooler at front counter.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
27
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
43
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator replaced the chlorine chemical test kit. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the sushi counter no hand soap
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the dishwashing area hand wash sink inaccessible. A bucket of sanitizing solution is stored in it, .
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the return vents of the dishwashing area soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean aluminum mixers stored at the dishwashing area not inverted. Food touching area is up
24-05-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed soy sauce stored on the kitchen floor. The container was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed the hot kitchen reach in cooler interior soiled
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a box of single service glasses stored on the floor of the dry storage area, by the tall white freezer.
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Operator removed the boxes from the toilet room **Corrected On-Site**
25-18-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed the squeeze bottles without name label
02D-01-5
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One.
How does 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One compare to other restaurants in Miami?
1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 1111 Nikkei / Tapas Twenty One is inspected around two times per year on average.
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