Novu Fusion Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Novu Fusion Cuisine seven times, with records going back to 2022. Novu Fusion Cuisine was last inspected on Apr 24, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other Doral restaurants (averaging 73), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards heavily soiled at prep table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw cut chicken and beef containers not date marked, as per manager for less than 48 hours, coached staff on proper food labeling requirements. **Corrective Action Taken**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed over dry storage area and mop sink.
36-34-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
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 mahi portions corvina fillets thawing in ROP past walk in cooler, temped 35°F
06-09-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at some working tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled surface dome soiled Gasket at some cooling units.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at entrance of walk in cooler area.
36-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed next to stove area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed storage containers of salt and sugar not labeled
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed across cook line area.
36-17-5
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Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed kitchen staff placing gloves without washing hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Octopus (51F - Cold Holding); salmon (49F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler unit at kitchen , as per manager for less than 4 hours, staff placed item in reach-in freezer for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket sharpening stoned stored inside hashing at kitchen line.
31A-11-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven door handle. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen prep table.
21-12-4
61
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Observed two new employees hired for less than 60 days and not proof of their responsibilities of reporting their health and foodborne illnesses. Manager provided employees with agreements, both employees signed it. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed several items in the menu containing raw fish and not linked with the consumer advisory, owner had staff marked all menus and identified the raw product with an *. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-04-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black substance like mold inside ice machine-bin at bar area.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at kitchen preparation tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ripped/broken reach-in cooler gaskets at unit under sushi box area.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at oven handle, staff relocated to a container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach-in cooler lid interior soiled.
22-16-4
58
Oct 21, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quad sanitizer three compartment sink and not test trip available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed steel wool stored at handwashing sink at front counter area. Operator removed the item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a substance like mold in ice machine/ bin at bar area.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusted/ soiled AC vents and AC return all throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Observed heavy grease accumulation on hood filters and dripping pan.
36-63-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed broken vacuum breaker at mop sink.
29-08-4
67
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed 2 trays on top of handwashing sink at the kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Observed fish thawing at the sushi bar handwashing sink. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice being dumped in the handwashing sink at the sushi bar - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Handwashing sink is used for thawing. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed handwashing sink next to food with no splash guard. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Observed handwashing sink next to food with no splash guard. **Time Extended**
08B-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 5 knives stored at the sushi between reach in cooler and wall. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Observed 5 knives stored at the 3 compartment sink and wall. Operator removed. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the bar area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: At the bar and sushi station. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with grease. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-07: Observed hood filters with grease. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
67
Aug 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
11
Nov 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed License expired since October 1st, 2022.
50-17-2
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw shrimps inside hand wash sink in kitchen. Employee removed shrimps. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed SUSHI ROLLS not identified as raw items on Digital Menu.
02B-01-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed over three compartment sink.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets inside kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimps thawing at room temperature inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Employee removed them to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed glass stored inside ice machine at front counter. Employee removed glass. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling vent inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Employee removed them from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives stored between wall and three compartment sink. Employee removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Novu Fusion Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Novu Fusion Cuisine on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Novu Fusion Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Novu Fusion Cuisine.
How does Novu Fusion Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Novu Fusion Cuisine most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Novu Fusion Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Novu Fusion Cuisine have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Novu Fusion Cuisine 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 Novu Fusion Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Novu Fusion Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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