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CHICKEN KITCHEN

6907 BISCAYNE BLVD, Miami FL 33138 · 786-230-9311

Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats26
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2337345
Grade history
JAN 25
APR 25
AUG 25
DEC 25
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 live flying insects flying in the hallway by the bathrooms. Observed 3 flying insects flying around dining room. Observed 3 flying insects flying around soda machine and landing nozzles in the dining room.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
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Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jun 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mash potatoes (123F - Hot Holding) at back storage oven. Employee reheated product. Recheck; mash potatoes (173F - Reheating)
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Intermediate/11-07-5
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed cook unable to answer cooking minimum temperature of chicken.
Intermediate/53B-16-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Employee cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents above back kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards by prep area front counter.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing wrist watch while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4/Repeat Violation
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket By bathroom.
Basic/42-01-4/Repeat Violation
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Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board and red cutting board soiled with black mold-like substance. Employee discarded. Observed can opener soiled at prep table near three compartment sink. Employee cleaned.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink at women's bathroom. Observed no soap at hand sink by prep area kitchen. Manager provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Basic/13-07-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service bowls stored on floor by bathroom hallway.
Basic/25-05-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket by bathroom hallway.
Basic/42-01-4
Aug 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 live flying insects flying in the hallway by the bathrooms. Observed 3 flying insects flying around dining room. Observed 3 flying insects flying around soda machine and landing nozzles in the dining room.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a container with raw chicken marinated stored over avocado box at walk in cooler.
High priority/08A-04-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn mix (46F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding) at prep table front counter across grilled. As per manager less than 4 hours.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed brown rice (113F - Hot Holding); sweet plantains (120F - Hot Holding) as per manager steam was low on temperature, she turn on high the steam.
High priority/03B-01-6/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled near three compartment sink. Employee took to three compartment sink to wash.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at front counter not accessible blocked with trays. Manager removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee certificate expired for Elizabeth Fernandez 08-03-25.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty above ware washing area.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean containers not inverted stored over three compartment sink.
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container with rice not labeled on floor six inches on a crate across the oven.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in ladies room.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (155F - Cooking). Operator placed back on grill for finish cooking. Retest chicken breast (165F - Cooking)
High priority/03C-44-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 1 small flying insect flying behind front counter. Observed approximately 1 small flying insect standing on paper towel at front counter. Observed approximately 3 small flying insect standing on menus at front counter. Observed approximately 6 small flying insects standing on dining room ceiling at from counter. Observed approximately 1 small flying insect standing on wall behind grill.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container stored inside hand sink at prep area. Operator removed container.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area. Observed at front counter. Operator provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored inside hot box at prep area not properly segregated. Operator discarded food.
Basic/08B-49-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4/Warning
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside rice container with handle in contact with product. Operator placed handle upwards.
Basic/10-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in ladies room.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary - 0ppm), operator discarded solution and replenished with new solution. Retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary - 100ppm).
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 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 white rice (125F - Hot Holding) on steam table Next to cashier. As per operator for approximately 1 hr. Operator turned up table heat for reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can blade opener soiled at kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink at prep area. Operator provided the soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at women's room.
Basic/31B-04-4
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (50 F - Cold Holding); mix vegetables (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. And raw chicken (70 F - Cold Holding) at the rack at preparation area. As per operator the product was outside less than 30 minutes. Operator moved the product to the walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beans (127 F - Hot Holding) at warmer. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator reheated the product. Final temperature 165°F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed trays inside of hand wash sink preparation area. Operator removed the trays.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap at the two hand wash sink preparation area and front counter.
Intermediate/31B-06-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed the green cutting board is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food at front counter.
Basic/13-07-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At women bathroom.
Basic/31B-04-4
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket inside hand wash sink at front counter. Manager removed the bucket.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at front counter. Manager provided the paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at kitchen and front counter. Employee provided the soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed certification is missing date of birth.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty at kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Basic/33-11-4
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to hose bibb without vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed food processor inside hand wash sink. Operator removed the item.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed diced tomato without date marking, as per operator more than 24 hrs. Operator marked the tomato.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board at front counter. Operator started to polish the cutting board.
Basic/14-09-4/Corrective Action Taken
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans not properly dried in shelve over prep table.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout units at front counter. Operator started to clean gaskets.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hanging dry. Operator inverted the mop.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site

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.