Seventeen Sushi and Bar
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
43
Score
Going back to 2023, Seventeen Sushi and Bar has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Seventeen Sushi and Bar trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed a cook change tasks and put on gloves without washing his hands. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol over to go containers. The manager moved the alcohol. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash his hands in the mop sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Marcela Alvarez certification expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed to go containers in the hand washing sink next to the triple sink. The cook removed the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container of salt and pasta. The cooks removed the items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed a thermos in a reach in cooler. The manager removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
43
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed the following CFMs have expired, Marcella, Carla. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to the triple sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 3 spray bottles with a pink liquid not labeled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the back room. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles with different liquids not labeled throughout. **Warning**
02D-01-5
58
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed at the sushi station. The manager labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in freezer gasket torn at the sushi bar.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at the cook line.
36-17-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the cook line. The cook removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reaching cooler gaskets soiled at the cook line.
23-03-4
58
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
41
Mar 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed several spoons in the hand wash sink at the bar. The manager moved the spoons to the triple sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar. The manager brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed a half eaten piece of avocado toast on the cutting board at the sushi station. The manager had it removed and washed rinsed and sanitized the cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed large plastic containers with different sauces and cooking oil on the floor. The manager put the containers with food on top of empty containers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at the back of the kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a water temperature of 120°F. The chef turned up the heat on the cook top. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the bar.
31B-04-4
52
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
35
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting/food brush used in food or at food/drink preparation area. Observed a "regular" paint brush with metal wrapping used at coffee station to brush away coffee debris. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
14-14-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Provided printed Employee Reporting Agreement form to operator to discuss and knowledge with each employee. - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Seventeen Sushi and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Seventeen Sushi and Bar on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Seventeen Sushi and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Seventeen Sushi and Bar.
How does Seventeen Sushi and Bar compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Seventeen Sushi and Bar most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Seventeen Sushi and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Seventeen Sushi and Bar have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Seventeen Sushi and Bar 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 Seventeen Sushi and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Seventeen Sushi and Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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