RICE MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
12313 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33156 · 305-986-8084
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator was instructed the correct way to store the products.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet next to triple sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on vents in kitchen and dining area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple bracelets on employees.
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Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. Observed gate to refuse area broken and partially removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler next to service window.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at time of inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed in reach in freezer; uncovered falafel.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed old food bucket in refuse area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in men's restroom.
Oct 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on knife magnet. Observed can opener soiled. Employee washed, rinsed, and sanitized can opener.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with watches/ bracelets while engaging in food prep.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at inspection.
Oct 20, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 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 into kitchen after lunch break and begin tasks without handwashing. Inspector went over process with person in charge on proper techniques.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee take out trash, come back inside and put on gloves. Inspector stepped in and spoke to employee. Employee removed gloves, washed hands and put on new and clean gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in across cook line: diced tomato (54F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); grape leaves (52F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F); feta (49F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees removed items and placed in walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on knife magnet. Observed can opener soiled. Employee washed, rinsed, and sanitized can opener.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 chemical sprays under register at front counter; no label.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed air vents with dust accumulation.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in across cook line with ambient temp of 54F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours. diced tomato (54F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F - Cold Holding); grape leaves (52F - Cold Holding); hummus (50F); feta (49F - Cold Holding). Operator gas items placed in walk in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and speaker stored above rice warmer across cook line.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees with watches/ bracelets while engaging in food prep.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no plug at dumpster.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed last copy not printed on site.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open at inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed on floor at front counter; box of gloves and cups. Operator placed items off of floor.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw chicken, throw away gloves, and use new gloves to begin work without handwash. Inspector spoke to operator about proper handwash techniques.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnets in kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle above prep cooler in kitchen. Operator moved to bottom shelf for segregation.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and speaker above rice cooker and prep cooler. Operator removed to bottom shelf for segregation.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboard on dumpster pad. Operator threw items into dumpster.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed house made chips, cookies, and baklava missing address and product date.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets with food debris in prep cooler.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cut raw onion; next to service window. Operator corrected during inspection.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer; inspector went over process with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife magnet in kitchen area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed in kitchen hand sink used to fill water bucket.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboard outside of dumpster on floor.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler in kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dish rack.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed containers of to go items at front counter stored on floor.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (152 F - Cooling) at kitchen area. Operator returned the chicken to the grill to be completely cooked. Final temperature 165°F.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed vegetables at walk in cooler. Operator relocated the raw chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hummus (48 F - Cold Holding); carrots with tahini (50 F - Cold Holding); greet yogurt (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than 30 minutes. Operator covered the containers to improve the temperature.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with disinfectant not labeled at shelf front counter.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed two employees wearing watches while preparing food at front counter.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up front counter. Manager moved the utensils to the dishwasher area to be washed again.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed soiled wet wiping towel on cutting boards preparation area.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored over chicken broth at walk-in cooler. Operator was instructed the right way to store raw and RTE food.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at walk in cooler. Operator was instructed the correct way to store the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (108 F - Hot Holding) at preparation table. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the kitchen to be reheated.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200 ppm). Operator added water. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100 ppm).
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. Operator printed the food reporting agreement, explaining to employee and signed.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at preparation area.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw fish bearing the label inside of reduced oxygen package at reach in cooler preparation area. Operator removed the individual package.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container with falafel stored on floor dear shelf at walk-in freezer l
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on floor under three compartment sink. Operator picked it up.
Jun 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing 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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed not test kit available for chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
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.