KRAKEN CRUDO
3525 NE 2 AVE, Miami FL 33137 · 786-546-7642
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at handsink at kitchen entrance.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack above oven.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager; Samuel.
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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 training; Francisco.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to handsink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not on display.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler next to oven.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink.
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at handsink at kitchen entrance.
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack above oven.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager; Samuel.
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 training; Francisco.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to handsink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not on display.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler next to oven.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink.
Jan 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid license during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with spoons I sidewalk hand sink at kitchen area. Operator removed the items.
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 Ricardo J. Has hired for more than 60 days.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed bowls and plates not inverted on bar over prep area. Operator properly inverted.
May 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided the soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not properly labeled at front counter. Operator properly marked bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon inside rice cooker with handle in contact with product. Operator placed the handle upwards.
Oct 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon inside rice cooker with handle in contact with product. Employee removed the spoon.
Jun 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed raw octopus before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw octopus before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed green bucket stored inside hand sink at front counter. Employee removed the bucket.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed in hand sink at front counter.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cutting board at sushi station.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Provided and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket in hand sink next to triple sink. Operator removed sanitizer bucket.
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. Provided and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of kitchen.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided operator with hand washing sign.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. All single service containers at front counter. Operator turned all containers face down.
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.