MEKONG II
11274 SW 137 AVE, Miami FL 33186 · 305.388.6788
Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 30 points better than where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired 10/1/24.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked noodles in reach in cooler across from cook line in non food grade bags.
No soap provided at hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink to the left of cook line no soap. Operator provided soap during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs portioned in vertical freezer to the right of kitchen entrance, as per operator prepared two days ago without date marking.
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 Rafael Bernal currently working at establishment with expired employee training 3/14/25.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to the left of cook line in container with rice no handle bowl. Operator discarded no handle bowl during time of inspection.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed on shelves across from white chest freezer cardboard lining no food-contact shelves.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above three compartment sink.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not displayed during time of inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches below three compartment sink across from cook line. Operator swept and threw away roaches during time of inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on preparation table across from white chest freezer in kitchen. Employee discarded drink during time of inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on preparation table to the left of steam table. Operator removed phone from preparation table during time of inspection.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease and food debris on floor of cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing and in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed on floor to the right of three compartment sink cases of raw chicken and shrimp. As per operator they received shipment today and are in the process of storing. Employee stored cases on preparation table during time of inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in white chest freezer across from dry storage shelf. Observed ice buildup in white chest freezer to the left of cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at hand wash sink to the right of cook line no hand wash sign during time of inspection. Sign was provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves at dry storage area to the left of cook line soiled with dust.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse of cardboard boxes to store food throughout kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed at preparation table across from steam table raw chicken and dumplings defrosting in ambient temperature. Operator placed in running water during time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on walls throughout kitchen area.
Oct 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils inside hand sink next to cook line. Operator removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to cook line. Operator provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to cook line. Operator provided.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed inside rice container. Operator removed the bowl.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing over washing area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with rice stored on floor next to cook line. Operator placed product at 6 inches from floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under white cutting board on prep table across back door exit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed next to cook line.
Mar 27, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked noodles inside standing reach in cooler. Operator placed products properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand sink next to cook line. Operator removed utensils.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to cook line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Next to cook line, operator placed soap
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 employee training expired for employees Alban M and Rafael B, expired 3/14/2025
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside container of rice. Operator removed cup
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles soiled at cook line reach in cooler
Food stored on floor. Observed container of rice and flour stored on floor in dry storage area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at cook line reach in cooler. Observed hood filters soiled
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired 10/1/24.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at standing reach in cooler, raw chicken wings stored over cooked noodles.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at bottom prep shelf, rice (58F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (48F - Cold Holding), as per manager for about 45 minutes. Operator removed both containers and placed into reach in coolers to rapid cool.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at only hand wash sink in kitchen, blocked by stool with sauces. Manager removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed at only hand wash sink in kitchen, used at storage sink with utensils. Manager removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at only hand wash sink in kitchen. Manager provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at only hand wash sink in kitchen. Manager provided.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment using time as a public health control for fried rice and beans sprouts at prep shelf with no means of maintaining a cold or hot holding temperature. Provided and reviewed with manager the form to complete and implement the usage of time as a public health control.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed standing reach in cooler door handles soiled with old food residue.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed throughout kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed for kitchen staff.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and behind stoves at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed at cook line across from fryers, a plastic container of sugar stored on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at only hand wash sink in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters at cook line soiled with grease build up.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen, soiled with food and grease residue.
Apr 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the unisex bathroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above the ware washing area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen unit.
Feb 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee returning from outside not washing hands before starting work, observed at the prep counter.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed wontons stored in cardboard boxes located in the 3 door reach in cooler.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license during inspection,confirmation number 236053699
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed pooled eggs stored above vegetables located in the prep reach in cooler.
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 beef stored above raw squid located in the chest freezer #2.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands at 3 compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed cooking utensils stored in kitchen unit.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed at the time of the inspection 8 employees present.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the unisex bathroom.
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 for Tung Q, Huan D,Shoan G as per operator all working at the establishment for more than two months.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the unisex bathroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed above the ware washing area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the kitchen unit.
Aug 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 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 shrimp stored above vegetables located in the prep reach in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the unisex bathroom.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on cooler units.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the kitchen,ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand wash sink soiled,kitchen unit.corrected on site. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed green peppers stored above cooked pork located in the 3 door standing reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by the cookline.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed by the hand wash sink area,kitchen.
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.