KING CHEF
1 WESTWARD DR BAY #3, Miami FL 33166 · 305.882.8159
Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed honey chicken (46 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator food has been outside for an hour. Operator place food inside Walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment. Observed fan cover soiled.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Observed cardboard box used as garbage container.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans, bowls stored in dirty shelves.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on top of prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed wall ice floor soiled inside of the storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of bottle of water store on the floor in the front counter area, observed cases of pork in the kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled, observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in prep cooler soiled inside th e inside
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed vegetables in reuse buckets of dried chicken seasoning
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of to go containers stored on the front counter area.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed storage area in the front, kitchen area not maintained clean and organized.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area.
Oct 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed honey chicken (46 F - Cold Holding) inside kitchen. As per Operator food has been outside for an hour. Operator place food inside Walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed plastic buckets used to store food on kitchen floor. Operator removed buckets from floor.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under shelf and three compartment sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler and prep table in kitchen. Operator removed knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers soiled inside kitchen.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled bottle.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Operator provided a hair restraint to employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed ham container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed container from floor and placed it inside reach in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave interior by Walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in coolers gaskets. Also, observed grease on fan inside kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed food trays boxes stored on front counter floor. Operator removed boxes from floor.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout kitchen. Operator placed towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with degreaser unlabeled in kitchen. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside cinnamon powder container in dry storage. Operator removed cup.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water at 90°F on prep table in kitchen. Operator removed water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled aluminum container lids inside dry storage.
Stored food not covered. Observed honey chicken container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered container.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on reach in cooler in front of cook line.
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint inside kitchen. Employee put a hair restraint.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed under cook line, and inside dry storage.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed inside dry storage and kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed containers from floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler and prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed knife.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken container uncovered inside Walk in cooler. Operator covered container.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towels throughout kitchen. Operator stored towels inside bucket with sanitizer.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside sugar bag stored inside aluminum container in dry storage. Operator removed cup.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust on ceiling tiles inside kitchen.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean plastic containers stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed them from floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in standing water at 90°F on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed water.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towel under cutting board on prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled aluminum container lids stored inside dry storage. Also, Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets in front of cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed hone chicken container not covered inside Walk-in cooler. Operator covered container.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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