EL SUSHI BY SOYA

Name: EL SUSHI BY SOYA
Address: 11402 NW 41 ST UNIT 101, DORAL, FL, 33178, US
Rating: 40.8

11402 NW 41 ST UNIT 101, DORAL, FL 33178

License #2335703

🍱 Japanese/Sushi ℹ️

40.8 Grade F / 100

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January 22, 2026 · 9 findings · 0 critical

Routine - Food

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EL SUSHI BY SOYA in DORAL currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 40.8 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 9 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on January 22, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 102 total violations — 7 critical, 29 major, 66 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance at the interior of ice machine at kitchen area.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pot on shelf over ice machine not inverted.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee at front co7nter engaging in food preparation watch.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven handle at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler in front of fryer at kitchen area.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler in front of fryers.
[53A-05-6] 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/ Observed five employees at the time of inspection without a certified food manager present.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine at kitchen area missing service date.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[53A-05-6] 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/ Observed five employees at the time of inspection without a certified food manager present.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler in front of fryer at kitchen area.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler in front of fryers.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine at kitchen area missing service date.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance at the interior of ice machine at kitchen area.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on shelf over ice machine at kitchen area metal pots and plastic containers not inverted.
[12B-14-4] Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Observed an employees plastic water bottle stored in drinking ice at ice machine at kitchen area.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food preparation at front counter and kitchen area wearing bracelets and watches.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on shelf over ice machine wet nesting.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at front avocados stored on the floor.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle at kitchen area.
[01B-13-4] Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed an employees plastic water bottle stored in drinking ice at ice machine at kitchen area.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at kitchen area no paper towels.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment has no written plans to hold sushi rice under time.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance at the interior of ice machine at kitchen area.
[24-05-4] Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pot on shelf over ice machine not inverted.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee at front co7nter engaging in food preparation watch.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed Plastic containers at warewashing area wet nesting.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven handle at cook line.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled at reach in cooler in front of fryer at kitchen area.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at reach in cooler in front of fryers.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container in the handwashing sink at the kitchen area.
[53A-05-6] 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/ Observed five employees at the time of inspection without a certified food manager present.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed water filter behind ice machine at kitchen area missing service date.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine at kitchen soiled inside.
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms used by staff.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled at kitchen area.
[16-55-4] Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Machine is not being used.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed plastic bottle stored over preparation table at cook line. Plastic bottle was removed. Coached chef on correct procedure.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed chef at cook line using a bracelet while doing food preparation. Coached chef on correct procedure.
[24-08-4] Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on plastic containers stored next to three compartment sink.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed water plastic bottles and plastic container of soy sauce stored on floor at kitchen area.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed inside ice machine at kitchen.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled at cook line.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer at reach-in cooler at front counter and at cook line under microwave.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler next to hand washing sink, reach-in freezer near cook line, and reach-in coolers at cook line with gaskets soiled.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of reach-in cooler across from fryers soiled with food debris.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed sushi trays stored on floor at dry storage area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled next to microwave at cook line.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at kitchen area. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic containers of flour not labeled at kitchen area.
[08A-04-5] Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over peppers at reach-in cooler next to hand washing sink. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over seaweed at reach-in cooler at cook line. Coached person in charge in correct procedure.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked shrimp (64F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per person in charge, less than 1 hour. Product was moved to a reach-in cooler for rapid cooling. Also observed cooked rice at front counter used for sushi at . Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand washing sink at kitchen. Container was removed.
[53A-05-6] 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/
[53B-01-5] No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed John, Rafael, Anarellis, and Ray working for more than 60 days with no food handlers training.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen. Soap was provided.
[03F-10-5] No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment using time as a public health control but no written plan available. Provided form to person in charge.
[29-28-4] Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturers instructions. Observed no service date on filter behind ice machine at kitchen area.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at both bathrooms.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board grooved at cookline.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone over preparation table at cookline. Also observed, plastic water bottle and soda bottle inside reach-in freezer at cookline and plastic water bottles inside reach-in freezer at front counter.
[31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen entrance.
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of carry out plastic containers and chopsticks stored on floor at dry storage area.
[06-01-5] Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of crab sticks being thawed inside plastic container full of water at three compartment sink. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from ceiling tile at entrance to kitchen.
[01D-01-5] Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Observed raw salmon and white fish purchased from The Sea Shop with no parasite destruction letter. Coached person in charge in correct procedure.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (60F - Cold Holding) at cookline. As per, manager 2 hours. Rice was moved to reach-in cooler for rapid cooling.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink with metal container at front counter.
[53A-07-6] No certified food manager for establishment. 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 no certified food manager for establishment.
[16-37-1] No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen entrance, front counter, and both bathrooms. Paper was provided for handwashing sinks at kitchen area and bathrooms.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand washing sink at kitchen entrance and front counter.