Pubbelly Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
70
Score
Going back to 2022, Pubbelly Sushi has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
Across the inspection history, “raw shrimp stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Aventura average 76, so Pubbelly Sushi trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw shrimp stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat octopus. Located in reach in cooler. Advised chef and she rearranged. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located next to rice cooker.
10-07-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
70
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Observed sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. As per manager rice had only been out for about 1 hour prior to start of inspection. Manager added time marking. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
High Priority - Observed raw salmon and raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready to eat krab meat. Located in walk in cooler. Advised manager and he rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as a liner for container of various cut leafy greens.
14-86-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink in bar area not accessible for employee use at all times due to strainer being stored inside. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage area.
14-05-4
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located next to rice cooker. Chef discarded water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Observed avocado not washed prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Observed metal Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense nuts in kitchen area.
14-01-5
Basic - Observed takeout containers stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of stove. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
37
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed wet wiping cloth stored inside of hand wash sink at cook line. Operator removed wet wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal bag stored touching squeeze bottles and clean containers at from bar. Operator removed personal bag. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near 3 compartment sink. Employee cleaned water at the time of the inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler at prep area soiled with old food debris. Observed fan guards in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves inside of walk in cooler rusted. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored inside of hand wash sink at cook line. Operator placed wet wiping cloth in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
70
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in front of flat grill. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter and in direct reach of customers. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located in stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
78
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
61
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored on top of ready to eat krab meat. Located in walk in cooler. Chef rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed establishment purchasing fish from Halperns Steak's and Seafood, True World foods and The Sea Shop with no parasite destruction letter provided. Manager called to get letter emailed. **Corrective Action Taken**
01D-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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage being stored on counter located in sushi area.
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in customer reach. **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
47
Dec 28, 2022
Complaint Full
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cups with no handle being stored in various containers of seasonings. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar top in customer reach. Bartender removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various containers of sauces being stored on floor in walk in cooler. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
70
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pubbelly Sushi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pubbelly Sushi on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pubbelly Sushi?
Across the inspection record, “raw shrimp stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pubbelly Sushi.
How does Pubbelly Sushi compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Pubbelly Sushi most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Pubbelly Sushi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pubbelly Sushi have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pubbelly Sushi means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Pubbelly Sushi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pubbelly Sushi is inspected around two times per year on average.
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