Sushi Runner
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
52
Score
Going back to 2022, Sushi Runner has nine inspections in the public record. Sushi Runner was last inspected on Dec 1, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce”, showing up four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Sushi Runner's 52 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed vegetables. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the kitchen reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed toaster ovens soiled in the inside **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed yuca croquettes , wonton not covered inside of the reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed reach reach walls soiled throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
52
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used as liner with salmon. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: Observed paper towel used as liner with salmon. **Time Extended**
14-86-1
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce in the reach in cooler next to the back door. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce in the reach in cooler next to the back door. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed lobby soda nozzle soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: Observed lobby soda nozzle soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut beef, cheese tequeños, wonton not covered inside of the reach in freezer located. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-28: Observed cut beef, cheese tequeños, wonton not covered inside of the reach in freezer located. **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
61
Jul 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over unwashed produce in the reach in cooler next to the back door.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher chlorine at 0 ppm
22-49-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used as liner with salmon.
14-86-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed lobby soda nozzle soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed rice container lid broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Under the three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the reach in freezer located in front of the rice containers, and sushi line.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In the sushi area.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside oven soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cut beef, cheese tequeños, wonton not covered inside of the reach in freezer located.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed three compartments walls soiled
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. Rice container not labeled located.
02D-01-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on outlet, observed wall under the three compartment sink in disrepair.
36-24-5
27
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
43
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over vegetables back area cooked.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed back area hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink with no hot water.
27-16-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of salmon, cases of sodas stored on the back area floor . Employee put salmon away. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken breast, beef stored on reach in freezer no covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hand washing sink located next to the three compartment sink leaking.
29-11-4
61
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed food stored on thank you bags located in the back area cooler.
14-31-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout the kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed reach in cooler drainage disposed on to a pan that it is overflowing.
28-02-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the back area floor by the back door. Employee cleaned the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipments
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of chicken stored on the back area floor, observed cases of mayonnaise stored on the kitchen floor.Employee picked up from the floor **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
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 containers of flour, rice with no labeled.
02D-01-5
55
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Baseboard tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under the three compartment sink.
36-17-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket in disrepair
14-11-5
90
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sushi Runner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sushi Runner on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sushi Runner?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sushi Runner.
How does Sushi Runner compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Sushi Runner most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Sushi Runner's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sushi Runner have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sushi Runner 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 Sushi Runner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Runner is inspected around three times per year on average.
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