Sim Sim Restaurant
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
58
Score
Public records show five inspections at Sim Sim Restaurant stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 1, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “observed various foods stored”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in North Miami Beach average 72, so Sim Sim Restaurant trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed various foods stored in thank you bags located in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Observed employees trained by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association. However, certificates were not filled out all of the required information.
53B-10-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage/ warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Observed case of water stored on floor in dry storage area. Advised manager and he moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed various raw meats thawing at room temperature on food cart.
06-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand washing sink nozzle for hot water in disrepair. Located in ware wash area.
29-08-4
58
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
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
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Sep 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread being stored directly in thank you bags. Located in kitchen reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of various unwashed vegetables. Located in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Observed establishment offering raw salmon but Menu does not identify that items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. **Warning**
02B-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** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed manager certification for Lisandro Sanabria expired as of 9/26/223. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in bar area being used as a dump sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar top in customer reach. Manager removed from counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water in 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloths lining a pan of cut vegetables. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl's with no handle used to dispense sugar. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows water damage. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of potatoes and tomatoes stored on floor under prep table, various pans of food on floor in walk in cooler and various cases of food on floor in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning**
21-04-4
20
May 1, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-01: Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-11-5
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sim Sim Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sim Sim Restaurant on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sim Sim Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “observed various foods stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sim Sim Restaurant.
How does Sim Sim Restaurant compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?
Sim Sim Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.
Has Sim Sim Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sim Sim Restaurant have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sim Sim Restaurant 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 Sim Sim Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sim Sim Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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