MLK RESTAURANT INC
5931 NW 17 AVE, Miami FL 33142 · 7542246676
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
NOV 24
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid the license during the inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2020041837 | Jul 10, 2020 | Oct 22, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards and soiled interior of microwave.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers.
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled interior of microwave in kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed expired October 1, 2025.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excess cut marks on cutting board on prep table in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed inside dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves with rust inside reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 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 come from the front counter to the kitchen and put toast In The toaster with no prior Handwash. Coached employee on proper handwashing methods.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at ambient temperature, Sausage at 55°F and Raw bacon at 57°F. As per operator, product what's only been there for about an hour. Operator placed product back in reach in cooler.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on bottom of prep tables where clean pots are stored.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle hanging on 3 compartment sink with bleach no label.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards in prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle on reach in cooler in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout establishment.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in Dustin dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters on cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in kitchen area, to the left of microwave.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher by rear exit door in recharge zone.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate17 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside employee restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair inside restroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents and ceiling throughout kitchen area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired (Oct.1, 2021) license displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cuts on cutting board in kitchen area.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle for reach in cooler in disrepair in kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at the bottom of rear exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed excessive garbage on the ground around dumpster.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave in kitchen area.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield in disrepair in dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the front counter hand sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood system. Observed exterior of reach in coolers soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 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 come from the front counter grab toast with her bare hands without washing her hands. Educated employee how to properly wash their hand and engage in food preparation.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee come from the front counter grab toast with her bare hands without washing her hands. Educated employee how to properly wash their hand and engage in food preparation.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee come from the front counter grab toast with her bare hands without washing her hands. Educated employee how to properly wash their hand and engage in food preparation.
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 Suzette, Cathy, Edward and Tippy with expired certificate.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing at the front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood in the kitchen with accumulation of grease.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen.
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scrambled eggs (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As operator for less than 30 minutes, operator place product to oven to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling at front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled at storage room.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed missing cold water handle at handwashing sink at kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed underneath 3 compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid the license during the inspection.
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. Form provided.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a fork and knife in the sink at the front counter.
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. Form provided.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour in the dry storage closest. The manager inverted the scoops.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in a stainless steel container at a temperature of 110°F.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed behind the front counter. Form provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed several plastic bags with different products defrosting on a prep table. The manager placed the bags in the triple sink and turned on the cold water.
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.