CHICKEN KITCHEN USA
11425 SW 40 ST, Miami FL 33165 · 305 229 0222
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing task then changed gloves no handwashing in between.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $660
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019031544 | May 7, 2019 | Jul 17, 2019 | $300 |
| 1--2017058607 | Nov 17, 2017 | Feb 5, 2018 | $360 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door handle in disrepair near cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Jan 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented can of corn located inside walk in cooler. Operator discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of perfume stored above food preparation table in back kitchen area. Operator removed.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed clear spray bottle containing bleach with no label at the three compartment sink. Operator labeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles above dry rack area soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind three compartment sink soiled. Observed wall behind rice cooker soiled.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small cup used as a scoop located inside bin of salt in back prep table. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor near main cook line soiled. Operator broomed and mopped floor.
Feb 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Aug 12, 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
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee changing task then changed gloves no handwashing in between.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken at walk in cooler.
Expired quaternary 09-16-2022 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with old food debris.
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 employees Juan Zagarra, and Rebeca Acosta certificates expired on 07-25-2024.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of lime stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle touching rice inside container at preparation area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed case of single service cups stored on floor by back exit door.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. 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 food manager certificate for Indira Cuadra expired on 3-22-24. As per manager, appointment for recertification is scheduled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing chicken at front counter not wearing hair restraint. Cook donned hat during inspection.
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler across from grill at front counter. As per manager, for less than 1 hour. Observed raw cut chicken (45F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per manager, product was left out at room temperature for less than 30 minutes.
Food manager certification expired. 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 food manager certificate for Indira Cuadra expired on 3-22-24. As per manager, appointment for recertification is scheduled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large storage container can stored in front of hand sink at warehouse washing area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook preparing chicken at front counter not wearing hair restraint. Cook donned hat during inspection.
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler near door. As per manager, walk in cooler door was opened for less than 30 minutes for restocking.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose connected to splitter at mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed lemon slicer soiled with old food debris at storage shelf at ware washing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with dust near storage shelves across from walk in cooler. Observed wall soiled with food debris near rice cookers at preparation area.
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