Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine 10 times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Doral restaurant, which scores around 73. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially processed tuna in thawed original packaging at walk in cooler.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed has no written plan for sushi rice.
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed slime like substance at interior of ice machine dry storage area.
22-20-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal trays and pans on a shelf at warewashing area not inverted.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially processed tuna in thawed original packaging at walk in cooler.
06-09-1
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit at kitchen area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in freezer a case of chicken and a case of beer stored on the floor. Observed at dry storage multiple cases of fry oil stored on the floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle at ice machine touching ice. Manager removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
58
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal bowls at ware washing area wet nesting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-29: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
95
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed thawed tuna in ROP packaging at walk in cooler. Manager discarded items. Observed cooked eggs (51F - Cooling), as per manager more than six hours. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked eggs (51F - Cooling), as per manager more than six hours. **Warning**
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed establishment conducting ROP packing of raw beef and raw chicken without an approved plan. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed an accumulation of lime scale at interior of dish machine. **Warning**
16-23-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed thawed tuna in ROP packaging at walk in cooler. Manager discarded items. **Warning**
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal bowls at ware washing area wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at bar area. Employee removed ice scoop. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler / Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with debris. Observed interior of reach in cooler at sushi bar soiled with food debris **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall at walk in cooler soiled with debris. **Warning**
36-27-5
50
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork at walk-in freezer and raw chicken over cooked octopus at walk-in cooler. Coached chef on correct procedure.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked octopus at walk-in cooler. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee with dish washing duties not knowing the correct concentration of chlorine. Coached employee of correct concentration. **Repeat Violation**
53B-16-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal scoop inside hand washing sink at cook line.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips . **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler, near ware washing area, gaskets in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door nea4 walk-in cooler.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of edamame on floor at walk-in freezer. Chef removed box from floor. Also observed boxes of frying oil stored on floor near back exit of kitchen and bags of onions and carrots on walk-in cooler floor. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on left side of cooling unit inside all-in 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 scoop handle touching flour inside flour container next to walk-in cooler. Scoop was correctly placed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. **Repeat Violation**
03G-53-1
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed all over kitchen area. Coached chef on correct procedure.
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle inside rice container next to walk-in cooler. Bowl was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee cooking at cook,one with no hair restraint.
13-03-4
27
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
22
Mar 25, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
41
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
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. Poster provided via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a cutting board next to the steam table.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a knife and plastic container in the hand washing sink by the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand washing sink by the walk-in cooler. The hostess brought paper.
31B-02-4
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. Form provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn. Observed the plastic doors on the sushi display cooler cracked and missing pieces allowing the cold air to escape. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at the kitchen entrance.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of ice on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Observed several large plastic containers with different products on the floor in the back room. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket and fan guards soiled. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed the hand washing sink soiled at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in hand washing sink at the sushi station.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the kitchen entrance. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed on the floor by the back door.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled in the dining room. Observed several large containers with different products in the kitchen not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
29
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a tray and utensils holder on top of the sink at the drink station.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Observed the dish machine sanitizing with chlorine and the operator has quaternary test strips. **Repeat Violation**
16-32-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the cook line. The cook brought soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl in a container of vinegar. The chef removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed throughout the kitchen.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn nest to the beer taps.
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bags of ice, meat; a case of chicken on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Also observed plastic containers with sauces on the floor in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the cook line. The chef removed the utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on a reach in cooler across from the fryer.
21-04-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to the sushi station. Sign provided.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled. Observed the reach in coolers gaskets soiled. Observed the hand washing sink soiled next to the cook line. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled. Observed the walk-in cooler fan guard soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind the dish machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several squeeze bottles not labeled at the sushi station.
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine.
How does Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Doral?
Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 73.
Has Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine 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 Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zaka Modern Japanese Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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