Sumi Sushi in Prospect Heights Fails Health Inspection

SUMI SUSHI restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Sumi Sushi during an inspection on 08/05/2025.

Located in the heart of Prospect Heights, Sumi Sushi operates from a prominent location at 287 Flatbush Avenue, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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The inspection report documents: "02b. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °f. (critical: critical)." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.

The examination revealed violations related to temperature control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.

Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. The FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.

The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has mandated that Sumi Sushi immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.

Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

STREET FLATBUSH AVENUE
CAMIS 50171650
BORO Brooklyn
BIN 3028338
BUILDING 287
INSPECTION DATE 08/05/2025
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
DBA SUMI SUSHI
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Japanese
Latitude 40.679205828874
SCORE 7
PHONE 9173270709
CRITICAL FLAG Critical
VIOLATION CODE 02B
ZIPCODE 11217
GRADE A
Council District 35
GRADE DATE 08/05/2025
VIOLATION DESCRIPTION Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
INSPECTION TYPE Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
BBL 3011500010
Community Board 308
NTA BK64
Longitude -73.973915436228
Census Tract 016100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F..

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.