BEN YEHUDA
3455 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33160
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table. Chef moved to cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2016001488 | Jan 8, 2016 | Feb 3, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times due to utensils being stored inside.
Observed hand washing sink in bar area with spray nozzle installed and used as a dump sink. Handwash sink cannot be used for purposes other than handwashing.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Observed cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed raw breaded chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
Observed establishment using Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) for employee training however certificates do not contain all of the required information.
Observed establishment using a 2 compartment sink with spray nozzle as a handwash sink for employees. Advised manager that 2 compartment sink and spray nozzle must be removed and a handwashing sink must be installed in its place. The handwashing sink may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Observed cases of water stored on floor in hallway and pot of food on floor in kitchen area.
Feb 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand washing sink in kitchen area to fill a pitcher of water.
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water being stored on floor in bar area and buckets of food on floor in dry storage area. Manager instructed employee to move all foods and drinks to shelf.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle being used to dispense white rice.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed various foods being stored on floor in both walk in cooler and freezer.
Reach-in cooler/ freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout cups being stored on floor in hallway.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature. Chef moved to walk in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table. Chef moved to cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic bags being stored in hand washing sink.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Located on prep table at ambient temperature of 69°F. As per manager egg had only been out for about 1 hour. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bucket being stored in hand washing sink. Manager removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being used to dispense flour.
Food stored on floor. Observed various buckets of food being stored on floor in kitchen area and walk in cooler.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between prep table and reach in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.