KOREAN KITCHEN
1661 NE 163 S STE A, North Miami Beach FL 33162 · 7865019548
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10+ live flies in the back storage room on the walls and storage boxes.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw calamari over ready to diced chicken and ground beef in the reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kimchi (50F - Cold Holding) stored in the front counter reach in cooler for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator placed item in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed front counter Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm), operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken breast (65F - Cooling) stored in the walk in cooler over night.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed chicken breast (65F - Cooling) stored in the walk in cooler over night.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mop sink walls soiled.
Jul 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed chicken wings (51F - Cooling) stored in the walk in cooler since last night, as per employee. Stop sale issued.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed chicken wings (51F - Cooling) stored in the walk in cooler since last night, as per employee. Stop sale issued.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10+ live flies in the back storage room on the walls and storage boxes.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken wings over unwashed vegetables in the walk in cooler.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 2 bug zappers in the back storage room with approximately 250+ dead flies.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer door in disrepair. Observed 2 blenders broken with tape around it. Advice operator to discard item and buy new equipment.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple spoons and scoops in standing water in the kitchen. Operator removed water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Observed in-use tongs stored on equipment door handle. Operator removed and stored properly.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. In the back storage room.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in the reach in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal cup stored inside the handwashing sink.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the dry storage room.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler with torn gaskets.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the storage area.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 cups stored inside the handwashing sink.
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. Observed David and Solangel with expired certificates.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 10+ dead flies in the bug zapper.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in the storage area in disrepair.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed to go cups and to go containers stored on the floor in the storage area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed brown sugar and regular sugar in containers with no name labels.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 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 vegetables stored in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked sausage (112F - Hot Holding) stored on the stove, operator turned flame on.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll.
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 new employee named Stephanie and Katherine hired 6 weeks ago with no knowledge of their responsibilities. Operator had employees sign form during the inspection.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing in the dry storage room.
Food stored on floor. Observed chili paste on the floor in the kitchen. Operator stored properly. Observed cases of cooking oil stored on the floor in the back storage room.
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) stored under the 3 compartment sink thawing, but no longer frozen. Operator stored item inside the walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs, scoops and spatulas stored inside a container with standing water. Operator removed water.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic lids cases and plastic containers stored on the floor in the back storage room. Operator stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator stored properly.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) stored at the front counter, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Nov 28, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on the floor under the kitchen shelves. Operator removed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches in the dry storage room.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer lid broken next to kitchen cash register.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of sugar stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed. Observed a plastic container of soy sauce and a bag of carrots stored on the floor inside the walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 5 tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed foam cups, napkins, plastic lids, and placed containers stored on the floor in the dry storage room next to dinning room.
Oct 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw steak over raw mackerel inside reach in freezer in the kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kimchi (56F - Cold Holding) on top of the front counter. As per operator, taken out of walk in cooler to portion cups 2 hours before inspection. Advise to place back to walk in cooler. Observed breaded wings (67F - Cold Holding) on top of stove, removed from walk in cooler, less than 4 hours. Asked operator to place back into walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with no paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with no soap.
Observed no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Prep sink used for warewashing. Observed employee washing and rinsing plates in the prep sink. Educated employee where to wash, rinse and sanitize properly in the 3 compartment sink. Employee setup 3 compartment sink correctly using chlorine sanitizer, tested at 50ppm.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 8 dead flies next to bug zapper in the dry storage area.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining shelves next to kitchen entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents inside kitchen soiled with dust accumulation.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on the floor under the kitchen shelves. Operator removed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 6 dead roaches in the dry storage room.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer lid broken next to kitchen cash register.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of sugar stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed. Observed a plastic container of soy sauce and a bag of carrots stored on the floor inside the walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 5 tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 76F store next to rice cooker. Operator discarded water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fryers, stove and interior of oven soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed foam cups, napkins, plastic lids, and placed containers stored on the floor in the dry storage room next to dinning room.
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