Nori Tori Sushi Buffet
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
43
Score
Going back to 2022, Nori Tori Sushi Buffet has 10 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Pembroke Pines restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sushi station-/Two sponges inside sink. Observed food residues inside hand wash sink. Employee removed sponges and cleaned sink **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Service area, employee removed to be wash **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Two dumpster lids. Employee closed lids. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
82
Aug 23, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food not prep or portioned today. -Side Hibachi: beans sprouts (60F - Cold Holding); garlic and oil mix (62F - Cold Holding), -Two sliding glass doors-cut melon (46F - Cold Holding); shrimp (50F - Cold Holding); shell mussels (50F - Cold Holding) per employee food held less than 4 hours, ice added to all containers, advised operator to move time temperature control food to a working cold holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Lubricant 4D can, next to single service to go containers. , employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. - Side hibachi station-raw shell eggs (80F - Cold Holding) -Two sliding glass doors-; raw shell eggs (51F - Cold Holding). Per employee food held less than 4 hours, employee moved eggs to a walk in cooler for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dishwasher area, hot water faucet completely shut off. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Sushi station- two sponges and food debris inside sink, -Cook line-sponge inside Employee removed all sponges **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen area, next to prep sink, employee provided **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Several scans of energizer drinks inside two glass doors cooler- employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Containers of prep chips on top shelf of preparation area, employee covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Sushi station handle touching masago, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon rice on standing water, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Devices over microwave in small preparation area, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-02-4
37
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Cook line flip top- raw shell eggs (50F - Cold Holding), per operator food held less than 4 hours, observed eggs stored above the rim line. Employee removed and placed on lower.cooler for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Bottom right door , entrance next restrooms
35B-01-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer-AC vents.
14-69-4
70
Aug 29, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
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
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
22
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
41
Mar 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shell eggs (47F - Cold Holding), per operator eggs held less than 4 hours. Observed shell eggs stored on carton, on top of flip top container, Employee removed eggs from carton and stored inside container, add ice for a quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Poster emailed, operator printed **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
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. Poster emailed, operator printed **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wait station-Hose attached to faucet, Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metallic brown inside container of beef cutlets, Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage shelf, metallic containers stacked wet, Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
58
Oct 5, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nori Tori Sushi Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nori Tori Sushi Buffet on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nori Tori Sushi Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nori Tori Sushi Buffet.
How does Nori Tori Sushi Buffet compare to other restaurants in Pembroke Pines?
Nori Tori Sushi Buffet most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Pembroke Pines average of 79.
Has Nori Tori Sushi Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nori Tori Sushi Buffet have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Nori Tori Sushi Buffet 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 Nori Tori Sushi Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nori Tori Sushi Buffet is inspected around three times per year on average.
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