CHIFA DU KANG
11768 SW 88TH ST, Miami FL 33186 · 954-257-2371
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed noodles (94F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for 3 hours.
★ 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--2016048376 | Oct 17, 2016 | Nov 18, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed at front counter 25 individually wrapped Alfajores prepared by unapproved source. Operator provided invoice that shows Sweet Mei-Ling 3421 SW 14th ST which belonged to a house.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked rice (71F - Hot Holding) to the left of hot line, as per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed noodles (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table across from hot line. Employee reheated noodles (178F - Reheating). Also observed Observed Cooked rice (71F - Hot Holding) to the left of hot line, as per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded rice.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage container blocking hand wash sink to the left of dish machine. Operator removed container.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment using chlorine without proper test kit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee cups on preparation table across from cook line. Operator removed cups.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce stored on floor of dry storage and walk in cooler. Also observed raw chicken stored on floor across from three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken being defrosted at room temperature on floor across from three compartment sink.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator began to prime to repair.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table cooked noodles (132F - Hot Holding); teriyaki chicken (97F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed at waiter line, box of fortune cookies stored on floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at cook line in container of fried rice.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing units. Operator began to clean during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed for all items in reach in cooler and reach in freezer stored uncovered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed can of burn spray stored inside reach in cooler. Operator removed can.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked shrimp inside walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed noodles (94F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for 3 hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop rice at cook line
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen adea
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 79F next to rice cookers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked shrimp and chicken thawing at room temperature next to walk in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of cornstarch not labeled in dry storage area
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6 pound can of tomato ketchup dented. Operator discarded the product.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee washing hands with gloves on. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pool eggs (58F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across from stove. As per operator for 30 minutes Operator placed container of pool eggs on ice for rapid cooling.
Cardboard used to line food-contact surface Observed cardboard used on cutting board at kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal drink on preparation table next to handwashing sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop and fork in standing water at the rice cooker station.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under green cutting board in kitchen area.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed employees reusing single service buckets to store cooked shrimp.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD 40 stored on food storage shelf, kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed bean sprouts stored above cooked noodles located in the walk-in cooler.
Aug 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can containing hoisin sauce and 2 cans containing pineapple chunks dented.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored above cooked chicken located in the walk-in freezer.
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 can opener blade soiled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees bags stored on shelves with single serve items.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
Food stored on floor. Observed jug containing cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
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.