Sushi Runner

17331 S Dixie Hwy, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Dec 17, 2024

Score

Medium Risk

Sushi Runner appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to one violation before.

Compared to other Palmetto Bay restaurants (averaging 63), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over vegetables at reach in freezer, located by the exit door. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, located near the three compartment sink. During the inspection operator placed a new paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed black container with clean kitchen utensils stored on front of hand sink. During the inspection employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance, throughout kitchen areas,

36-34-5

Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed plastic container inside salt container with handle in contact with product at kitchen.

10-01-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris, located at preparation area.

22-08-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Mar 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the Reach in cooler by the take out window observed Spicy mayo sauce (57F - Cold Holding), as per manager for less than 1 hour. Manager transferred sauces to another cooler to rapidly cool. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees Diego Ramirez, Penelope Reynaldo.

53B-14-5

Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In the sushi area observed reach in cooler glass door in disrepair.

14-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cutting board with dark stains, cutting board used in the sushi area.

23-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn, reach in cooler located i; the sushi prep area.

14-11-5

Oct 3, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sushi Runner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sushi Runner on file is from Dec 17, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Sushi Runner compare to other restaurants in Palmetto Bay?

Sushi Runner most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto Bay average of 63.

Has Sushi Runner's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sushi Runner have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sushi Runner 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 Sushi Runner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sushi Runner is inspected around two times per year on average.

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