CHURCH'S CHICKEN #411
1155 NW 54 ST, Miami FL 33127
Last inspected Feb 25, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
SEP 24
JUL 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 flying insects flying around the ware-washing area and dry storage area.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles showing water damage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed by 3 compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout kitchen.
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed buckets with cooking oil not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor by front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers and reach in freezers soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Jul 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area of the establishment. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area of the establishment and at dining area of the establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler by front counter of establishment not working no food stored inside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled of the establishment. Observed dining floor soiled of the establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor tiles in disrepair with a hole in it.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area of the establishment. Observed wall soiled throughout dinning area of the establishment.
Jul 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 flying insects in the air above food preparation area, while chicken is being prepared. Observed 2 flying insect in the air by 3 compartment sink across walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic containers stored inside handsink next to 3 compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area of the establishment. Observed ceiling vents soiled at kitchen area of the establishment and at dining area of the establishment.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler by front counter of establishment not working no food stored inside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under 3 compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed kitchen floor soiled of the establishment. Observed dining floor soiled of the establishment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor tiles in disrepair with a hole in it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at all reach in coolers located on the kitchen area..
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed it.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled throughout kitchen area of the establishment. Observed wall soiled throughout dinning area of the establishment.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 flying insects flying around the ware-washing area and dry storage area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in cooler door surface with rust.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor with grease accumulation at cook line, also in between kitchen equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor in disrepair.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed grout on the floor too deep, all throughout the kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the reach in freezer located at cook line underneath the hot holding unit.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed a small sandwich cooler no longer in used, in disrepair at cook line next to the oven at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed towel dispenser and handwashing sink faucet with food debris and grease accumulation. Observed in a small reach in freezer located inside the walk in cooler unit gasket soiled and slime buildup.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled, unit located underneath the soda machine at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with food splatter and some grease accumulation throughout the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed by ware-washing area.
Jul 1, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee grabbed a paper sheet from the cook line floor and continued to serve a drink to a customer without washing his hands prior.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 flying insects flying around the ware-washing area and dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw (50 F - Cold Holding), as per manager food was placed in ice less than 1 hour ago. Manager refilled the ice container to maintain proper cold temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot holding unit at cook line spicy chicken (128 F - Hot Holding); spicy chicken (130 F - Hot Holding), as per manager put in the hot holding unit 35 minutes ago. Operator decided to discard the chicken.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel available in hand wash sink located by warewashing area, and also at hand wash sink cook line area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed walk in cooler door surface with rust.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager unable to answer correct hot holding Temperature specified by the food code. Coached manager on correct hot holding temperature.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees certified under PTEU University-Unable to verify that provided is approved vendor.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in cooler door handle with some old food buildup.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor with grease accumulation at cook line, also in between kitchen equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed walk in cooler floor in disrepair.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed grout on the floor too deep, all throughout the kitchen.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in the reach in freezer located at cook line underneath the hot holding unit.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed double oven interior soiled.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed a small sandwich cooler no longer in used, in disrepair at cook line next to the oven at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed towel dispenser and handwashing sink faucet with food debris and grease accumulation. Observed in a small reach in freezer located inside the walk in cooler unit gasket soiled and slime buildup.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior soiled, unit located underneath the soda machine at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls with food splatter and some grease accumulation throughout the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed by ware-washing area.
Sep 20, 2024Inspection 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed deep grout throughout the establishment.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed two ice buckets on floor near ice machine. Operator removed from floor.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open outside. Operator closed.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler gasket torn and Also Jenny penny-at the front counter gaskets torn.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed deep grout throughout the establishment.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil containers stored on the floor. Operator removed them.
Open dumpster lid.
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.