KERO'S BAR&GRILL
13818 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33184 · 305 228 6072
Last inspected Feb 27, 2026 · 11 visits since February 2024
AUG 24
FEB 25
MAY 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut veggies in reach in cooler across cook line. Employee properly arranged products by cooking temperature.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at faucet in mop sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Katherine hired over 60 days without proof of employee training.
Feb 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medicine stored above preparation area across from cook line. Employee removed medicine from preparation.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator will clean dirty equipment in three compartment sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker at faucet in mop sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container blocking hand wash sink to the right of cook line. Employee removed container lid from sink. Observed dirty cups in handle wash sink at bar area.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Katherine hired over 60 days without proof of employee training.
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. Observed no proof of signed employee agreement for Sergio, and Lenin both hired for less than 60. Form was discussed and provided to person in charge via email.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink to the left of three compartment sink. Operator provided soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle in container with flour.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed pots stored on shelf to the left of dish machine not inverted.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Corvina defrosting in reach in cooler, as per operator less than 4 hours, across from dish machine. Employee removed fish from packaging.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee granola bars and chocolate stored above preparation table across from cook line. Employee stored food away from preparation area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bag stored on shelf with food. To the left of cook line. Employee removed personal bag from shelf. Observed speak and personal phone on preparation table across from dish machine. Employee stored phone and speaker.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food debris in preparation area across from dish machine. Employee cleaned floor during time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of rice stored on floor next to oven across from dish machine. Operator stored bucket of rice 6 inches off of floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on handle of oven at cook line. Employee removed tongs from handle.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at hand wash sink.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean container on shelf across from three compartment sink with old labels.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry towel at preparation line in use.
Stored food not covered. Observed dried corn stored without cover at dry storage area in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of vinegar and honey and oil at cook line without label of common name.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cut onions inside WIC. Operator properly rearranged.
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.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna (frozen) still in Commercially processed reduced oxygen package inside reach in cooler at ceviche station. Operator removed the product from the package.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water on prep table at kitchen. Operator removed the water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee perfume stored on reach in cooler. Operator removed the item.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil gallon stored on floor at dry storage. Operator placed product at 6 inches from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle at cook line.
May 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn across stove.
Food stored on floor. Observed beef stock and sweet potatoes stored on walk in cooler floor. Operated paced at 6 inches from floor.
Stored food not covered. Observed Plantains, potatoes, sauces not covered inside reach in cooler across cook line. Operated covered products.
May 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed change of ownership. New ownership PERSEUS LLC.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Miguel, Jose hired for more than 60 days no proof of employee training.
Feb 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed change of ownership. New ownership PERSEUS LLC.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler across cook line. Operator properly arranged products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ceviche: leche tigre (64F - Cold Holding); yellow pepper sauce (48F - Cold Holding) at ceviche station. As per operator for approximately 2 hrs. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand sink blocked by preparation table. Operator removed the table.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed sushi rolls containing raw salmon and raw fish not marked as raw.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food employee Miguel, Jose hired for more than 60 days no proof of employee training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach at triple sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside roasted corn container on storage rack. Operator removed bowl.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw tuna inside ROP for less than 4 hrs inside reach in cooler next to prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed the handle from ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 tongs hanging from oven door handle. Operator removed the tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in standing water 86F on stove. Operator turned on stove for reheat.
Oct 7, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 25ppm). Instructed employee to stop use of dish machine and start manual dishwashing until machine get service. Employee started to set up triple sink.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut veggies in reach in cooler across cook line. Employee properly arranged products by cooking temperature.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna and raw salmon stored cooked corn choclo at ceviche station. Employee properly arranged products by cooking tempetures.
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. Observed no proof of employee training. Person in charge does not have access to office.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rusted shelves at dry storage.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with bleach not properly labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside rice container at storage area. Employee removed the bowl.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle. Employee removed the tongs.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop with handle inside dried corn container at kitchen. Employee removed the scoop.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 79F on stove. Employee turned on stove for reheat.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at ladies room.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking in hand sink next to cook line.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef stored inside reach in cooler across stove. Employee rearranged by cooking temperatures.
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. Observed 4 employees hired for less than 60 days without proof of employee agreement. Employees read and signed agreements.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed storage shelves rusted through kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside chicken stock container at kitchen. Employee removed the bowl.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn across stove.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 2 pair of tongs hanging from oven door. Employee removed the tongs.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 86F on stove. Employee turned on stove for reheat.
Open dumpster lid. Observed shared dumpster lid open.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from hand sink faucet at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed msg inside plastic container without label at kitchen. Employee properly marked product.
Feb 1, 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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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon inside hand wash sink Employee removed spoon.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee stored ice scoop with handle upwards.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed flour scoop handle inside flour. Employee stored scoop with handle upwards.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at bathrooms no signs
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink at kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table at kitchen.
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.