Iron Sushi
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
58
Score
Iron Sushi appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 28, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
“Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Restaurants in Coral Gables average 68, so Iron Sushi trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. Fresh rice cooked two hours previous the restaurant opened. Employee marked time while conducting the inspection. See stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
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. Luis Raymundo/ Marcos Montenegro
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at ki.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand sink located at sushi station soiled( exterior aorund faucet)
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Kitchen.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
58
Nov 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
36-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom. - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-13: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
90
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces in contact with time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at least every four hours. Observed pot for rice, not cleaned and sanitized every four hours.
22-11-5
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
22-12-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee changing task from clean to soiled items but not hand wash.
12A-07-5
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. Marcos Montenegro working in the kitchen.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge Raymundo Gabriel.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed several seafood packaged without proper labels.
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
05-10-4
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen.
36-08-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Around equipments in the kitchen.
36-12-4
Basic - Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid.observed for fish. Operator placed fish inside unit. **Corrected On-Site**
06-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Men's restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinking on prep area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
30
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. In charge Matsushita Masagiro. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: Observed new management on premises. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: new employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
82
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. See stop sale. Operator discarded rice and prepared a new batch with time placed on wall. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. In charge Matsushita Masagiro.
53A-01-7
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Kitchen.
35B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
58
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer soiled with grease.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner.
14-10-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper over prep area at kitchen.
35B-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed handler at hand sink soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
70
Jun 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-03: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-03: Mop on the wall. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
90
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-01: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
95
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. See stop sale. White rice for sushi. According to operator the rice was cooked less than two hours before opening.
03F-02-5
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. Provided to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Paper dispenser soiled at sushi station.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at sushi bar.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over prep table at kitchen.
35B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
36-27-5
55
Feb 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Restroom **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food containers stored inside the hand sink
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Sushi area front counter.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Prep area kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at prep area ( kitchen) a case with plastic bottles on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Iron Sushi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Iron Sushi on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Iron Sushi?
Across the inspection record, “wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Iron Sushi.
How does Iron Sushi compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Iron Sushi most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Iron Sushi's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Iron Sushi have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Iron Sushi 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 Iron Sushi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Iron Sushi is inspected around four times per year on average.
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