AOKI TEPPANYAKI
7535 N KENDALL DR #2 530, Miami, FL, 33156
Most recent inspection
- Date
- August 10, 2026
- Type
- Routine - Food
- Result
- Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 27
- Jurisdiction
- Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL
Violations (27)
- 08A-20-5CriticalCorrected on site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature.
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in cooler across cook line: raw chicken over raw shrimp. Operator changed order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority
- 01B-13-4Critical
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 2 wahoo filet completely thawed in ROP.
High Priority
- 41-10-4CriticalCorrected on site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser on rack with soy sauce. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority
- 12A-20-4Critical
Employee washed hands with no soap.
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee rinse hand with water after handling food and continue cooking. Inspector spoke with operator on handwashing techniques.
High Priority
- 14-86-1CriticalCorrected on site
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container.
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towel used to line container in contact with seaweed. Operator removed paper towel. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority
- 08A-05-6CriticalCorrected on site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw egg stored in walk in cooler above sauces for hibachi. Operator rearranged order during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
High Priority
- 36-73-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed beef blood on floor in walk in cooler. Operator asked employee to mop up during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic
- 14-69-4Repeat
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 10-08-5
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar; operator removed and put in dish machine to be washed, rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic
- 35B-02-4Corrected on site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed on top of toaster at sushi bar. Operator had employees remove from above oven. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
- 51-18-6
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
Basic
- 23-03-4Repeat
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 16-46-4Corrected on site
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator had employee remove labels.
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator had employee remove labels. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
- 14-33-4Repeat
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 14-17-4Repeat
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 36-27-5Repeat
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 42-01-4Corrected on site
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed in sink not in use. Operator inverted for proper air drying. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic
- 02D-01-5
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour with no label.
Basic
- 31A-11-4Corrected on site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed tongs stored in handsink in kitchen behind sushi counter. Cook removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
Intermediate
- 22-31-4Repeat
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment.
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks. **Repeat Violation**
Intermediate
- 16-21-4Repeat
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of DM soiled. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 41-17-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in bar.
Intermediate
- 23-24-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed oven handle soiled.
Basic
- 36-34-5Repeat
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 14-74-7Repeat
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed 1 reach in cooler at sushi bar no longer maintaining temperature. No TCS foods stored inside. **Repeat Violation**
Basic
- 06-09-2
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. See stop sale.
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. See stop sale.
Basic
- 24-08-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed above triple sink.
Basic
Source: Miami-Dade County (Miami), FL health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.