LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE OF KENDAL #5064
15135 SW 88 ST, Miami FL 33196 · (305)383-9955
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
SEP 25
NOV 25
JAN 26
FEB 26
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 12 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 live flying insects flying in air at dry storage area and also 3 live insects flying in the air at bar area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of sanitation solution stored next to working bottles of oils and seasonings. Operator removed.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled located in the main kitchen area. Operator wiped down.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler next to cook line with soiled gaskets. Operator wiped down.
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Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler located next to cook line with soiled interior.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler near cook line area with rusted shelves.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rusted shelves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed two clear squeeze bottles containing syrups with no label. Operator labeled.
Feb 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in both side of the wall at kitchen entrance through the bar.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at reach in cooler located at bar and also at reach in cooler located next to griddle. Observed shelves at dry storage with rust.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile at the back of clean plates next to dishwasher machine.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust and broken shelves at walk in freezer. Also observed a rack shelve in disrepair at walk in freezer that is standing with the help of six pans.
Feb 26, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate18 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 3 live flying insects flying in air at dry storage area and also 3 live insects flying in the air at bar area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed a household spray of mosquito and fly repellent under the bar sink. Operator removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. I also observed paper and food residue on the side of the ice holder at the bar.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Observed interior of dishwasher machine soiled.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishwasher machine with accumulation of dust, grease.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed accumulation of scale inside dishwasher machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling throughout entire kitchen soiled with accumulation of grease. Observed a missing ceiling vent with heavy dust accumulation on the exposed fan, located directly above a rack of clean dishes.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in both side of the wall at kitchen entrance through the bar.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at reach in cooler located at bar and also at reach in cooler located next to griddle. Observed shelves at dry storage with rust.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed coved molding at prep table across office missing coved molding.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water next to ice machine. As per person in charge came from the ice machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of food residue and grease noted on the floor behind all cooking and refrigeration equipment (griddle, reach-in cooler, oven).
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tile at the back of clean plates next to dishwasher machine.
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground. Observed grease trap with excess of accumulation of grease located next to dumpster.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed inside of microwave door is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavy grease accumulation on kitchen walls, back equipment, and the ceiling-mounted order computer. Additionally, the salamander is soiled with food residue. Also observed hood on top of grilled and the hood from small oven across grilled with accumulation of grease. Observed kitchen door soiled with grease at the door connecting kitchen and the bar. Observed mold like substance at the wall top and under three compartment sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior reach in cooler across steam table with residues of food.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rust and broken shelves at walk in freezer. Also observed a rack shelve in disrepair at walk in freezer that is standing with the help of six pans.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from the pipe under three compartment sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of prep table at the back of the kitchen.
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 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 dishmachine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator installed new sanitation bucket. Final reading chlorine at 100ppm.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed clean plates and equipment that had not been properly sanitized at the dish machine. The operator, after installing a new bucket of chlorine sanitizer, began to re-clean all previous food-contact surfaces that had already passed through the chlorine dishwasher.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server bringing dirty dishes to ware wash area and immediately touch clean plates and utensils without proper handwashing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled throughout kitchen areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door has a gap.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled floor inside walk in freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed broken lid at flour bin at the dry storage.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee remove his watch then handle tray with food without washing hands first. Manager coached him.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee not using beard guard while engaging in food preparation. Manager provided beard guard to employee.
Equipment in poor repair. Observation reach in cooler gasket torn next to fryer also at reach in cooler at bar station.
In-use utensil not used with moist food stored in running water. Observed In-use utensil not used with moist food stored in running water across front line. Manager open the valve and water was running.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves rust across fryer station.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in back prep area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor next to ice machine.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on metal containers above three compartment sink. Manager removed.
Nov 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on preparation table under microwave. Operator removed
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at white cutting board. Manager discarded cutting board.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed female employees engaging in food preparation while wearing a watch.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled throughout kitchen.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep grout throughout the kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled near fryer.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed next to ice machine.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall near back exit door soiled with grease.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Observed: 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 0ppm); operator reviewed the sanitizer final concentration Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm); Priority: High Priority
Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled in kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed the tiles with deep grout in kitchen area. Priority: Basic
Observed: Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator manually added the sanitizer to the sanitizer bucket. Final concentration Quaternary 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site** Priority: Basic
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling vent soiled with accumulated dust at ware washing area.
Floor area covered with standing water at walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf underneath microwave soiled with food debris.
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