KATZ RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
738 NE 125 ST, Miami FL 33161 · 786-564-8612
Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since 10/1/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pasta, rice and pork held for more than 24hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler,walk in freezer and reach in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside the oven.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
Jun 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.. Soda gun soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pasta, rice and pork held for more than 24hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler,walk in freezer and reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Dec 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired since 10/1/2025
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.. Soda gun soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in kitchen area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken, pasta, rice and pork held for more than 24hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler,walk in freezer and reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cooked food items not identified by common name.
Jun 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: chicken and pork held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside reach in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler 59°F ambient. Waiting on technician(reach in cooler empty).
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer ice buildup.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Safe Heat Chafing Fuel cans with cans good food. Manager separated them.
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 l
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Soda gun soiled.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: rice, chicken, pork and goat held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table.
Nov 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Sep 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box with fish on the floor inside walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.can opener soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Jan 17, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.can opener soiled.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed burger meat offered undercooked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Soda gun soiled
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed burger meat offered undercooked.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.observed food debris and grease under on the floor in kitchen area
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket and walk in cooler gasket soiled.
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since 10/1/2023
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
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Soda gun soiled
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.
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
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed burger meat offered undercooked.
Accumulation of debris in hand washing sink. Bar area at front counter.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.observed food debris and grease under on the floor in kitchen area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at dry storage room
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket and walk in cooler gasket soiled.
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.