BRO'S HOT CHICKEN
936 SW 67 AVE, Miami FL 33144 · 786-307-3159
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026 · 10 visits since March 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided via email.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in flip top, located at cooking line.
Food stored on floor. Observed corn starch stored on the floor in dry storage, also plastic containers with cooking oil, and plastic container with mayonnaise.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
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Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 1 case of plastic containers and 2 case of ice cream barquillos stored on the floor at front counter.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bib, located by the exit door.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with mayonnaise, and plastic container cooking oil stored on the floor at dry storage.
Reach-in cooler interior has accumulation of soil residues, located at cooking line.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb next to kitchen exit no breaker.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves in back storage soiled with seasoning where dry food is kept. Observed dust accumulation on cutting board on top of reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above fryers. Observed on top of reach in coolers dust accumulation.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb next to kitchen exit no breaker.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves in back storage soiled with seasoning where dry food is kept. Observed dust accumulation on cutting board on top of reach in cooler.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen water 81F, observed hand sink at from counter with water at 80F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above fryers. Observed on top of reach in coolers dust accumulation.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb next to kitchen exit no breaker.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves in back storage soiled with seasoning where dry food is kept. Observed dust accumulation on cutting board on top of reach in cooler.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen water 81F, observed hand sink at from counter with water at 80F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone charging on top of paper towel dispenser. Observed cup of ice water stored above breaded cheese in reach in cooler. Manager moved items away.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above fryers. Observed on top of reach in coolers dust accumulation.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb next to kitchen exit no breaker.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves in back storage soiled with seasoning where dry food is kept. Observed dust accumulation on cutting board on top of reach in cooler.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen water 81F, observed hand sink at from counter with water at 80F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone charging on top of paper towel dispenser. Observed cup of ice water stored above breaded cheese in reach in cooler. Manager moved items away.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above fryers. Observed on top of reach in coolers dust accumulation.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee standing outside in back, come back into restaurant no hand wash. Inspector coached employee on handwashing techniques when entering kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in kitchen on counter chicken (73F - Cold Holding). As per operator, chicken is put there and breaded throughout day; chicken has been on line less than 4 hours. Inspector had employee place in cooler. Observed in three compartment sink: fries (66F - Cold Holding). Employee stated fries have been there less than 4 hours. Inspector has employees place fries in cold holding unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mac and cheese (130F - Hot Holding); as per operator food was just made, gas heat went out. Operator turned stove burner back on.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed on Bibb next to kitchen exit no breaker.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no form or kit, inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves in back storage soiled with seasoning where dry food is kept. Observed dust accumulation on cutting board on top of reach in cooler.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 79F.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed person in charge unable to calibrate thermometer verbally. Inspector went over process with employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with no label above three compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink in kitchen water 81F, observed hand sink at from counter with water at 80F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone charging on top of paper towel dispenser. Observed cup of ice water stored above breaded cheese in reach in cooler. Manager moved items away.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed fryer in back storage not in use.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand sign at front counter location. Inspector provided form to print via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood system soiled above fryers. Observed on top of reach in coolers dust accumulation.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of bread cheese not covered in reach in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ operator received license after licensing inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit at warewash area. Inspector provided a list of places where operator can purchase.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone stored above case of water for customers. Associate moved water.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several tiles in kitchen area cracked.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign stored at front counter hand sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.observed mop not stored to air dry
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available.
No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file Observed a storage area, in the the kitchen area there is a prep table, one fryer, a flat grill under the hood system a three compartment sink,two reach in coolers, a hand sink, ice machine, prep table, no mop sink, in the front area observed a two doors reach in cooler, service counter with storage on the bottom, service table with a juice machine, hand sink, chest freezer, shake machine mixer, coffee machine, a three compartment sink,in the lobby area observed seven tables with seating, and a unisex bathroom.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood filter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood filter soiled with dust and grease build up.
Stored food not covered. Observed in chest freezer at front counter ice cream not covered.
- From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed stored in dry storage area. Operator removed and placed outside.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed at prep table reach in cooler cole slaw (63F - Cold Holding). As per operator prepared the night before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table reach in cooler cole slaw (63F - Cold Holding). As per operator prepared the night before.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available.
No plan review submitted and approved - Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file Observed a storage area, in the the kitchen area there is a prep table, one fryer, a flat grill under the hood system a three compartment sink,two reach in coolers, a hand sink, ice machine, prep table, no mop sink, in the front area observed a two doors reach in cooler, service counter with storage on the bottom, service table with a juice machine, hand sink, chest freezer, shake machine mixer, coffee machine, a three compartment sink,in the lobby area observed seven tables with seating, and a unisex bathroom.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed at front counter next to coffee and milk shake station.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at hood filter.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood filter soiled with dust and grease build up.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed at kitchen entrance to go containers stored on floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed in chest freezer at front counter ice cream not covered.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed stored in dry storage area. Operator removed and placed outside.
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