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GORDITOS BAR AND GRILL BY KINOKO

2110 NE 123 ST STE 2110 2112 & 2114, North Miami FL 33181 · 305-905-7967

Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2335832
Grade history
SEP 24
FEB 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since 10/1/2025
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.can opener soiled. Slicer soiled. Soda gun soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside the oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Mar 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since 10/1/2025
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Chef washed it. Soda gun nozzles soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink. Triple sink at front counter.
Basic/16-07-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust on them.
Basic/14-17-4
Jul 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked white rice exceeds the 7 days. See Stop sale.
High priority/02C-01-5
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. White rice held for more than 7 days inside reach in cooler. Manager discarded.
High priority/01B-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet without vacuum breaker on back of the building.
High priority/29-34-4
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. Poster was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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. Form was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.mold like substance inside ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris under cooking equipments.
Basic/36-73-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven and microwave.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in freezer.
Basic/22-16-4
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Basic/14-17-4
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Chef washed it.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Form was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink no paper towels in kitchen area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
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. Form was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken floor tiles by reach in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood filters soiled.
Basic/36-68-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Apr 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw seafood is reach in cooler. Chef placed raw chicken on the bottom.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by preparation table.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lasagna held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside reach in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
Basic/21-12-4
Mar 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.

0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning Admin Complaint
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection no test kit provided Time Extended
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning* Admin Complaint
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by mop sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by mop sink. Warning* Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection floor tiles broken Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by mop sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 12, 2024 · On 3/12/2024 at the time of the callback inspection No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by mop sink. Warning Time Extended
Dec 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by mop sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed lentils and white rice held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by mop sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink draining slowly.
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Sep 22, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head, and can opener soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Sep 22, 2023 · On 9/22/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head, and can opener soiled Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.reach in cooler gasket soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 22, 2023 · On 9/22/2023 at the time of the callback inspection Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.reach in cooler gasket soiled Time Extended

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