Iron Sushi

840 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Aug 13, 2025
18
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Iron Sushi has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 13, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 17 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been the most frequent reason, cited nine times.

By comparison, the average Miami Beach facility scores 69, putting Iron Sushi on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
7
Major latest
14
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed masago (47F - Cold Holding) at front counter.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions.
53B-16-4
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. Provided to operator via email. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bleach spray inside HWS at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing.
29-18-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in disrepair at front line reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor at cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
51-13-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood system located in at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed by HWS at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
18
Mar 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washed a knife in the three compartment sink without sanitizing it after. Instructed operator to properly sanitize knife before using it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-45-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the rice cooker cooked rice (111F - Hot Holding), as per person in charge rice was left in the pot from the day before.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the rice cooker cooked rice (111F - Hot Holding), as per person in charge rice was left in the pot from the day before. Instructed operator to discard the rice.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a hose cone ted to the hand wash sink faucet. Operator removed it on site. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. At the time of the inspection no proof of manager certification was provided. **Repeat Violation**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at hand wash sink at cook line.
31B-02-4
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. For Mafe Martinez.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at hand wash sink at cook line.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee stated that they wash their hands in the three compartment sink.
12A-03-4
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
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 thawing in ROP package in the reach in cooler at cook line,raw tuna was still frozen. Operator removed tuna from package on site for proper thawing. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair, unit it's located at sushi prep area. Observed chest freezer gasket in disrepair, chest freezer located at cook line. Observed chest freezer lid in disrepair ditched from unit, freezer located at sushi area at front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in chest freezer located at cook line.
14-36-5
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood system located in at cook line.
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No soap provided at hand wash sink at cook line.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy grease buildup on hood filters. Observed exterior of the reach in cooler located at sushi bar soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water, slow draining at mop sink located at the cook line.
29-19-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
17
Jan 28, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handsink by entrance of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-28: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
67
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handsink by entrance of kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled at kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
67
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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 Maria Gimenez and Pedro working for more than 60 days with no certificates.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handsink by entrance of kitchen.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling vents soiled throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed Teriyaki sauce not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor at kitchen.
08B-47-4
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed Personal beverages on top of preparation table at front counter.
40-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled at kitchen.
36-27-5
55
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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 Pedro working for more than 60 days with no food handlers training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at three compartment sink area.
31B-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at entrance to front counter. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair and reach in freezer gaskets in disrepa **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed frying oil boxe on floor near entrance to kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in gaskets soiled at front counter.
23-03-4
Basic - Observed ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area, kitchen and above bar area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
52
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
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 2024-02-23: Observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. t time of callback inspection Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured near entrance to front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area, kitchen and above bar area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area, kitchen and above bar area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair and reach in freezer gaskets in disrepair. All at kitchen area. Observed microwave plate broken. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair and reach in freezer gaskets in disrepair. All at kitchen area.. Microwave plate was fixed. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of teriyaki sauce stored at kitchen floor, plastic soda and water bottles stored on floor at hallway to bathroom, and frying oil boxes on floor near entrance to kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed plastic container of pickled ginger on floor near kitchen entrance. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at bar area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed no conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at bar area. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler and upright reach-in coolers gaskets soiled at kitchen area. Observe three compartment sink soiled with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed reach-in cooler and upright reach-in coolers gaskets soiled at kitchen area. Observe three compartment sink cleaned. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At time of callback inspection wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at kitchen area next to exit door.**Time Extended** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed wet mops not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at kitchen area next to exit door. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sesame oil with no label at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-23: Observed working container of sesame oil with no label at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
50
Nov 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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
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 person in charge with cleanup procedures via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. t time of callback inspection Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area, kitchen and above bar area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair and reach in freezer gaskets in disrepair. All at kitchen area. Observed microwave plate broken. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of teriyaki sauce stored at kitchen floor, plastic soda and water bottles stored on floor at hallway to bathroom, and frying oil boxes on floor near entrance to kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at bar area.
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler and upright reach-in coolers gaskets soiled at kitchen area. Observe three compartment sink soiled with mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At time of callback inspection wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry at kitchen area next to exit door.**Time Extended** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sesame oil with no label at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
45
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); brown rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (Ambient 50F - Cold Holding), as per operator items have been in cooler since night prior **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Observed raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); butter sticks (50F - Cold Holding); sliced butter (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (Ambient 50F - Cold Holding),items in cooler have been in cooler since day prior **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding); brown rice (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (Ambient 50F - Cold Holding), as per operator items have been in cooler since night prior **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Observed raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); butter sticks (50F - Cold Holding); sliced butter (50F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (Ambient 50F - Cold Holding),items in cooler have been in cooler since day prior **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of windex on top of containers of sauce. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of windex on top of preparation table next to containers of sauce. **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Time Extended**
03F-10-5
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 no proof of food handler training for employee Randy who has been employed for approximately 6 months **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed 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 no proof of food handler training for employee Randy who has been employed for approximately 6 months **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area and above bar area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in hallway area and above bar area **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in front preparation area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in front preparation area **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer lids are in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets are torn **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer lids are in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets are torn **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in back of establishment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside in back of establishment **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil stored on floor. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed containers of sauce on floor **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed reach in cooler fan guards soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed reach in cooler fan guards soiled **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed single service items not inverted **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection observed Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.observed single service items not inverted **Time Extended**
25-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: At time of callback inspection Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of sesame oil with no label **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-07: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
23
Oct 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Aug 2, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: Current hotel and restaurant license not display. Observed license dated 10/1/2008 posted in frame behind front counter. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn on chest freezer near back door. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: **Time Extended**
14-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease and debris underneath cooking equipment in back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Observed hood soiled. Observed gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease and food debris, in back kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-02: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Iron Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Iron Sushi on file is from Aug 13, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Iron Sushi?

Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Iron Sushi.

How does Iron Sushi compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?

Iron Sushi most recently scored 18 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.

Has Iron Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Iron Sushi have averaged around 17 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Iron Sushi 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 Iron Sushi inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Iron Sushi is inspected around four times per year on average.