Kamiko Sushi Bar

2669 Nw 79 Ave, Miami, FL 33122
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Kamiko Sushi Bar has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Dec 11, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

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

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Kamiko Sushi Bar is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen area **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen area **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop inside of the ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop inside of the ice machine. **Time Extended**
10-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of oven soiled - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of oven soiled **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled behind dishwasher machine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-11: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled behind dishwasher machine. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
82
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine 0 ppm.
22-49-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop inside of the ice machine.
10-12-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of oven soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed crab meat being thawed out at room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled behind dishwasher machine.
36-27-5
67
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the kitchen hand washing sink. Manager replaced soup container **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the kitchen area.
36-36-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee washing dishes with no hair restraint . Manager replaced provided hat to employee. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed sushi rice container lid broken. Manager replaced lid **Corrected On-Site**
14-11-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky tape hanging over by the entrance of the kitchen. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed reach inside of oven with heavy soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in the kitchen area soiled
36-27-5
67
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit onsite. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind the dishwasher area soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of oven soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled
23-03-4
70
Jul 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Aug 10, 2023
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinks stored on the kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior oven with heavy soiled
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen shelves soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Front counter area.
14-33-4
82
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cases of avocado stored in front of the kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of sodas stored in the kitchen area floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in the kitchen area
36-24-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven soiled.
22-08-4
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kamiko Sushi Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kamiko Sushi Bar on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kamiko Sushi Bar?

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

How does Kamiko Sushi Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Kamiko Sushi Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Kamiko Sushi Bar's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kamiko Sushi Bar have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kamiko Sushi Bar 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 Kamiko Sushi Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Kamiko Sushi Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.