DYNASTY BUFFET
1656 NE MIAMI GARDENS DR, North Miami Beach FL 33179 · 305.919.7705
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019036494 | May 28, 2019 | Dec 3, 2020 | $400 |
| 1--2015030664 | Jul 8, 2015 | Sep 25, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed cooked chicken hot holding at 93°F next to stove. Per manager food aphid only been out for about 1 hour. Advised manager that food can not be hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Observed raw salmon stored over various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler. Manager rearranged.
Observed sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per manager rice had only been out 1 hour. Manager added time.
Observed oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
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Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Observed oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed for manager to print and post.
Floors in kitchen area not constructed to be easily cleanable due to grout missing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Observed container of food stored on floor in kitchen area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Oct 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Observed various raw fish stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat sauces in walk in cooler.
Drain cover(s) in kitchen area missing.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in kitchen area.
Floor tiles in kitchen area missing and/or in disrepair.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Observed can of barbecue sauce and ketchup Stored food uncovered in dry storage area.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for container of vegetables. Chef removed.
Observed employee Food stored directly in rice cooker touching rice used for customers. Manager removed and discarded rice.
Observed raw tilapia and raw chicken stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler.
Observed sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Per manager sushi rice had only been out for about 1 hour prior to start of inspection. Manager added time marking.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and walk-in freezer.
Observed rice cooker installed next to hand washing sink in king area is exposed to splash. Handwashing sink has no splash guards.
Observed various buckets of sauces stored on floor in dry storage area.
Observed walk in freezer floor soiled with accumulation of food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored over ready to eat krab meat and lemons.
Observed prep shelves in kitchen area soiled with food debris and grease.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Manager instructed employee to clean.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to dispense flour and sugar. Manager discarded bowl.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Located in reach in cooler. Advised manager and he removed from cooler.
Observed hood filters soiled with accumulated grease buildup and reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulated food buildup.
Observed various foods in walk in freezer stored not covered.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Located on prep tables throughout kitchen area.
Jan 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Observed Time/temperature control for sushi rice identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking As per manager rice was prepared about an hour and a half ago. Manager added time marking.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing plastic container top in hand washing sink.
Observed various foods prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All were located in walk in cooler.
Duct tape used to repair prep table.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of soy sauce stored under prep shelf in dry storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager discarded water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining cut vegetables.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Located in walk in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located next to rice cooker.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in warewash area.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining pan of dumplings. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of oil on floor in kitchen area and bar cases of food on floor in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Located on side of rice cooker.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout containers being stored on floor by back door.
Stored food not covered. Observed various foods stored uncovered and stacked in reach in cooler with bottom of pan directly touching food.
Feb 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate20 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of vitamin E pills and pepto bismol being stored on prep shelf.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed various employees come from outside and began working with out washing hands.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp being stored on top of various ready to eat foods in walk in cooler.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs being stored at ambient temperature of 76°F. Eggs were located on prep table in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; raw beef (56F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (55F - Cold Holding); wonton (52F - Cold Holding); rotini All were located in reach in cooler in kitchen area. As per chef food had only been in cooler for about 30 mins. Chef moved to another cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed chef filling container with water to cook rice from hand washing sink in kitchen area.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 about 7 employees present and engaging in food preparation with no certified food manager present. Manager arrived during inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Expiring on 4/19/22.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Ceiling tile missing. Located in kitchen area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler in kitchen area with ambient temperature of 61°F.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed various employee drinks being stored on prep tables throughout kitchen area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of cooked chicken being stored on floor in kitchen area. Manager instructed employee to move to reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed various kitchen equipment and shelves soiled with accumulated grease buildup.
Observed Fly sticky tape with accumulated dead flies hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Located in kitchen area. Manager instructed employee to remove.
Oyster/clam/mussel/crab or other shells purchased from a supplier reused to serve food. Observed stuffed krab meat stored on reused clam shells. Located on buffet line and in reach in cooler. Also observed container of clam shells stored in dry storage area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed various foods stored uncovered and stacked in reach in cooler with bottom of pan directly touching food.
Walk-in cooler/freezer and reach in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located in kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour, sugar, and flour all removed from their original packaging placed in plastic containers and not labeled.
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.