CHICKEN KITCHEN
1565 SUNSET DR, Miami FL 33143 · 786-230-9311
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at walk in cooler, box of raw chicken stored over tray of beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed prep containers of peppers and cilantro stored on top of hand wash sink at rear kitchen prep area. Operator removed.
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 4 employees present engaging in food prep with no manager present. Manager unable to provide his certification.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for a container of guacamole in walk in cooler as per operator prepared the day before. Operator added date to container.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed stored in container of salt and diced onions. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at front counter floors. Operator cleaned during inspection.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in container of diced tomatoes at front counter reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on a container of shredded carrots in walk in cooler with the label of black olives. Operator removed.
Nov 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket at front counter 100+ ppm. Operator added water to dilute; 100 ppm final reading.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed on Enrique and Dalia's certificates; missing DOB.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed old license on site; 10/24.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of plastic lids stored on floor in back of establishment.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
Jul 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator reset up sink new Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed prep line soiled with food debris when no active orders or customers present. Operator cleaned front counter prep line.
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. Observed forms available and attached to each food handler training but not all forms signed. Operator serrated unassigned firms to complete with staff.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed stored in a container of rice in rear kitchen warmer box. Operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed main front line floors soiled with food debris. Operator swept floors during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up at cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored sin mop bucket.
Oct 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 5 live small flying insects at front counter area flying and landing on storage cabinets. Observed approximately 6 live small flying insects flying and landing on boxes of condiment cups and aluminum pan in prep area. Observed approximately 5 live small flying insects landing on the walls in the hallway beverage closet. Observed approximately 7 live small insects throughout the lobby and beverage area of the establishment landing on walls, mirrors and tables.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed 2 containers of STEM fly bug spray under point of sale system.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front display steam table sweet plantains (122F - Hot Holding); as per operator for 30 minutes from oven. Operator placed into oven to begin reheating.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed establishment ceilings and vents soiled with dust build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at walls above point of sales system soiled with approximately 15 dead flying insects.
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed yellow rice (99 F - Hot Holding) at warmer kitchen area. As per operator for less than one hour. And black beans (122 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the products to the oven to be reheating. black beans (169 F - Reheating)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink front counter. Manager provided the paper towel.
No soap provided at handwash sink at kitchen area and front counter. Operator provided the soap at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled outside of walk in cooler.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed an employee wearing bracelet while preparing food.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed utensil handle touching the rice at rice container. Operator removed the utensil.
Nonfood-contact surfaces not designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and maintenance. Observed clean containers stored on rusted shelves next to three compartments sink.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water on floor walk in cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the prep, ware washing area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed boxes containing togo food containers stored on the dry storage floor.
Nov 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut tomatoes (47 F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48 F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front line. As per operator for less than three hours. Operator put the products under ice bath for rapid cooling.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator moved the can opener to the three compartment sink to be cleaned.
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At the shelves next to three compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler front counter.
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.