Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach
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16153 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami Beach, FL 33160Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach has been emergency-closed once, on August 17, 2015, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 280 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: food contact surface violations appeared in 13 of the most recent 7 inspections; handwashing and hand-washing facility violations were cited in 5 inspections; management awareness violations appeared in 6 inspections; and approved food source violations were documented in 5 inspections. Additional high-priority findings included allergen awareness violations, shell stock requirement violations, toxic substance control violations, time-as-control violations, and employee health reporting violations. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on August 29, 2025 was a complaint-based follow-up that resulted in Call Back - Complied after 9 violations were found.
Most recent closure: August 17, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 11:13:00 |
Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015037832 | $400.00 | Aug 17, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 4 inspections34 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections30 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach last inspected?
- Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 29, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach last shut down?
- Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach was last shut down on August 17, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach had?
- Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach find?
- Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach was most recently inspected on August 29, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach been fined?
- Ginza Japanese Buffet in North Miami Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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