Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse

1665 Ne 79 Causeway, North Bay Village, FL 33141

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Among North Bay Village restaurants, the typical score is 69; Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck on clean containers at shelves. **Repeat Violation**

16-46-4

May 16, 2025

Complaint Full

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen blocked by service push cart. chef removed push cart. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink near beverage station used as a dump sink. **Repeat Violation**

31A-11-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clean containers. **Repeat Violation**

16-46-4

Jan 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink near beverage station utilized as a dump sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers on drying shelf.

16-46-4

Oct 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink near prep tables. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled at bar area. Employee labeled sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean containers wet nesting on shelf near dish area.

24-08-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on top of sushi counter not in sanitizer bucket. Manager placed wet wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Jun 5, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter on mop sink missing backflow preventer.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at meat cutting prep station with wet wiping cloths stored inside. Observed hand wash sink at beverage station with ice dumped inside of it.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at any hand wash sinks in kitchen. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at bar. **Repeat Violation**

31B-03-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed waste receptacle in employee restroom missing cover.

32-12-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at dish area and bar area.

36-22-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors not cleaned at beverage station and dish station.

36-01-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at mop sink.

42-01-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling inside of walk in cooler with accumulated dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container used as scoop with no handle in veggie mix inside of reach in cooler at sushi takeout station. Manager removed container from veggie mix. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer buckets at prep area. **Repeat Violation**

21-12-4

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse on file is from Sep 24, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse?

Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse.

How does Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse compare to other restaurants in North Bay Village?

Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the North Bay Village average of 69.

Has Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Benihana of Tokyo Steak Hse is inspected around three times per year on average.

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