Taiko Sushi

1321 Nw 155 Dr, Miami, FL 33169

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taiko Sushi six times, with records going back to 2023. On Jan 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “observed reach in cooler with ice buildup up”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Taiko Sushi is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 3, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic bowl used as a scoop with no handle.

14-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice containers with no name label.

02D-01-5

Mar 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salmon (51F - Cold Holding); tuna (53F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler for less than 1 hour, as per operator. Operator placed items into walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in the handwashing sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed multiple wet cloths soiled on top of cutting boards.

21-12-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Observed reach in cooler with ice buildup up.

14-69-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon thawing in room temperature on top of preparation table. Operator placed items into walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Jan 10, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 Bruno Melo with an expired certificate. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. **Warning**

14-69-4

Jul 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

02B-02-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed 1 bathroom not self closing.

32-04-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taiko Sushi last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taiko Sushi on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taiko Sushi?

Across the inspection record, “observed reach in cooler with ice buildup up” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taiko Sushi.

How does Taiko Sushi compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Taiko Sushi most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Taiko Sushi's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taiko Sushi have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taiko Sushi means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Taiko Sushi inspected?

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

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