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KPOT KOREAN BBQ & HOT POT

8255 W FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33144 · 917-868-7515

Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 2 visits since March 2026

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats280
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2338668
Grade history
MAR 26
MAY 26
Worst finding on record
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored with raw pork at reach in freezer across cook line.
High priority/08A-20-5
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Inspection history

2 visits, newest first

May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed slice peaches at shelves near the ice machine.
High priority/01B-01-4
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed manager put on gloves to prep krab legs. No handwash. Coach manager.
High priority/12A-07-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored with raw pork at reach in freezer across cook line.
High priority/08A-20-5
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed manager touched multiple soiled surfaces with gloves on and then proceeded to engage in food preparation. Coach manager
High priority/12A-09-4
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tofu (99F - Cold Holding) at room temperature on shelves across cook line. As per manager for less than an hour.
High priority/03A-02-5
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink block with white bin. Manager removed bin.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink next to soda dispenser in the kitchen.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Observed Ice buildup at vents in walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer near buffet line.
Basic/14-69-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket stored over tofu,cut lettuce at shelves across cook line.
Basic/40-06-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers above the triple sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. Observed chopped raw beef in grey container stored on floor. Manager removed product. Observed 2 gallos of oil store on floor at cook line. Observed 3 white buckets or sugar store on floor under cooking equipment.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at bar ice bin.
Basic/10-08-5
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep table across triple sink.
Basic/21-04-4
Packaged foods not properly protected from cuts when the case-overwrap is opened. Observed raw beef and raw pork at raw meat in reach in freezer at cook line. Coach manager.
Basic/08B-35-4
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed melons store over cook shrimp at walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at reach in cooler across cook line.
Basic/21-12-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed white sugar bin next to ice machine.
Basic/02D-01-5
The state's own report →
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter missing breaker.
High priority/29-42-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door next to mop sink.
Basic/35B-01-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrective Action Taken

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.