CHURCH'S CHICKEN #1109
17495 NW 27 AVE, Opa-Locka FL 33056 · 305-620-4097
Last inspected Mar 13, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water of 111F in the steam bin, operator noticed no water inside the bin. Place more water inside.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018032365 | Jun 12, 2018 | Dec 14, 2018 | $400 |
| 1--2018037250 | Jul 11, 2018 | Sep 6, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee washing dishes at three compartment sink, wash, rinse and place the clean pans on the shelf above the three compartment sink. Employee did not sanitize.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 150ppm), operator prepared new solution Triple Sink (Quaternary 300ppm)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. By the three compartment sink
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed employee washing dishes at three compartment sink, wash, rinse and place the clean pans on the shelf above the three compartment sink. Employee did not sanitize. Observed operator train employee on the proper method.
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Nearby the three compartment sink
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the drive thru area.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Kitchen area by the oven: above table with squeeze bottles, buns, warmer with fried tenders. and single service items. Operator unplugged the device.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled with dust/dirt
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from the soda machine by the drive thru area. As per operator, awaiting repair.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed storage shelves in the kitchen soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with accumulation of dust throughout the kitchen. Observed ceiling tiles by the mop sink with mold like substance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By the mop sink and under prep station.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whisk in standing water of 89F. Operator removed water.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler by the front counter.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. In the kitchen.
Jan 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water throughout the kitchen, walk in cooler and 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee go from washing dishes at the 3 compartment sink and go inside the walk in cooler without washing their hands. Educated operator and employee how to properly wash their hands.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in the water warmer at 127F, operator turned up the heat.
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 remade Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (102F - Hot Holding); chicken fillet (127F - Hot Holding) stored in the hot holding unit, operator unaware of the time. Operator discarded item as per company policy. Observed jalapeño poppers (116F - Hot Holding); chicken tender (130F - Hot Holding); chicken patty (103F-126F - Hot Holding) stored at the front counter hot holding unit for less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Operator discarded item as per company policy.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee water cup stored on top of the prep table, operator removed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water throughout the kitchen, walk in cooler and 3 compartment sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) in the front counter, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm).
Jul 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 named Clifford with an expired training.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in the walk in cooler, walk in freezer and throughout the kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked container stored in the walk in cooler. Operator threw away container and brought new containers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in standing water of 124F. Operator placed new water.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the reach in cooler by the drive thru window.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled by office entrance and handwashing sink.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water of 111F in the steam bin, operator noticed no water inside the bin. Place more water inside.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. On the side of the building.
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 Quintessa and Roberta with expired employee training.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no top lid to the women's bathroom.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under the fryers in the kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the reach in cooler by the office.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on the side of property.
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. Emailed form
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. Emailed form. Operator print and signed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's bathroom trash an without top lid.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler in front of counter with gaskets soiled.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. By office door.
Observed floor area covered with standing water by the walk-in freezer, walk-in cooler and under ice machine.
Observed floor tiles missing or disrepair by the kitchen area.
Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler located in front of fryers.
Observed veiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dining area and kitchen area.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on top of prep table next to the portable steam table.
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.