SHISHKABOB MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE
251 E FLAGLER ST, Miami FL 33131 · 305-218-8585
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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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. Expired 10-1-2025
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Food preparation employee.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed boxes of food on floor inside reach in freezer.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 10-1-2025
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Dice onions at 47 f in make service line. manage place the onions inside walk in cooler.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 35 seating outside, and indoor hotel and restaurant says 20.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food Debris to top kitchen shelves.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.observed kitchen employee touching soiled cutting board, With bare hands and then engaging in food preparation.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cucumber inside walk in cooler at 49 f as per Manager it was cut less then 1 hr. Cooling process.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Food preparation area.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Observed 35 seating, hotel and restaurant license say 20 seats.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Clean floor behind the grill from accumulation of old food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on kitchen floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer next to Food preparation table.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Clean top surfaces of food Preparation, work table.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed all kitchen reach in cooler soil throughout.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed most clean Pots and pan, not stored in a protective manner, Dry storage rack.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Next to Fresh foods cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. In food preparation station.
No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed none food grade in contact with Frozen food, Walking freezer
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of food on walk in cooler floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. around 2 Compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken be thawed in room temperature. Kitchen area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of employee diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, Typhoid fever (caused by Salmonella Typhi) or Salmonella (nontyphoidal).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen beef thawed in room temperature.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Frozen food in contact with nonfood grade bags.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of food on floor inside walk in cooling.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Oct 18, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cooking areas.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 19, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 2 employees hired over 60 days
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Cooking areas.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.