Miyako Japanese Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
39
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Miyako Japanese Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 10, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near nine violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up five times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shrimps over vegetables inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator stored products as per safety storage requirements. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee delivering soiled dish and picking up plated food without washing hands. **Repeat Violation**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee washing towel in hand wash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored in rice container on shelf in kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water accumulation between plastic containers stored on shelves in ware washing area.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatulas in standing water at 90°F on prep table by rice cookers in kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Operator put beef under running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed pepper container unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Walk in cooler fan covers soiled.
23-03-4
39
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled dishes and touching clean plates without washing hands.
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Ice discarded inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator removed ice and advised employees HWS is just for hand washing. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles around fryer in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed ginger containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching tempura in Sushi Bar. Operator stored scoop with handle up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 90°F in kitchen.
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior in kitchen. Operator cleaned microwave interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler by reach in freezer in kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
52
Dec 17, 2024
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside kitchen. Employee started to clean ice machine interior. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
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 raw Tuna packages uncut inside reach in cooler in front of cook line. Operator cut all packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed pork oil bottle unlabeled n kitchen. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
86
Oct 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License Expired since October 1st, 2024.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with disinfectant unlabeled in ware washing area. Operator labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under cook line.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed inside white reach in freezer on hallway. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets throughout kitchen. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container unlabeled in dry storage. Operator labeled container. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
58
May 1, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee cleaned ice machine interior. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside reach in freezer by office.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled shelf under prep table inside kitchen. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan covers. Operator cleaned everything. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep table inside kitchen.
14-20-4
78
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License Expired since October 1st, 2023.
50-17-3
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled dishes and touching clean dishes without washing hands. Inspector trained employee to wash hands after handled soiled dishes and then picked up clean plates. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee discarded vegetables boiling water inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup stored inside salt container on shelf in front of ice machine. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
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 tuna inside reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator cut bags. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet containers stored on shelf in front of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed vinegar box stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed box from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored by ice machine on kitchen floor. Operator removed bucket from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching tempura at front counter. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water at 80°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic cup boxes stored on dry storage floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt container on shelf in front of ice machine. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
35
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed discarded food inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf in front of three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease under cook line in kitchen.
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching shredded cookies inside kitchen. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Observed inside room by mop sink.
36-62-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed inside room by mop.
38-07-4
64
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator was told to Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Employee started to wash all utensils at three compartment sink. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed discarded Ice inside hand wash sink by Soda machine.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with disinfectant not labeled inside ware washing area. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed Green Tea container not labeled at coffee station. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cup stored inside rice sauce container inside walk in cooler. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic ginger container stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Miyako Japanese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Miyako Japanese Restaurant on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Miyako Japanese Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Miyako Japanese Restaurant.
How does Miyako Japanese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Miyako Japanese Restaurant most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Miyako Japanese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Miyako Japanese Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Miyako Japanese Restaurant 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 Miyako Japanese Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Miyako Japanese Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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