TIEN TIEN CHINESE FOOD
9975 MIRAMAR PKWY, Miramar FL 33025 · 9544366913
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects landing on garbage container. Operator killed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024051969 | Jul 25, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $640 |
| 2--2016025534 | May 14, 2016 | Jul 12, 2016 | $720 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pork 44F, Cut Lettuce 51F in Flip top cooler Manager moved to Walk In cooler for quick chill
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink next to hot water heater blocked by a wooden stool Employee removed stool
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink next to hot water heater use d to store utensils. Employee removed utensils
No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food in Walk In Cooler not identified and segregated from food intended for sale to the public
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food in Walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ares around Wok soiled with food debris
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce 44F Employee moved items to walk in cooler
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink next to hot water heater blocked by wooden stool. Employee removed stool
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cup of coffee on shelf above flip top cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution at 10ppm Employee added chlorine until 100ppm was attained.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Employee sanitizing solution from floor and placed on plastic crate
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken strips stored over ready to eat sauces in walk-in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed in walk-in cooler sliced pork removed from freezer not properly date mark when it is thawed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed stainless steel bowl with no handle in container of diced onions and container of sugar. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles on floor in kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator removed
In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed tongs stored in sanitizer bucket. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 80F on top microwave. Operator dump out water.
Stored food not covered. Observed diced onions not covered in walk-in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed mushrooms stored over Sliced ready to eat cabbage in walk-in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator elevated.
Dec 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cooked chicken wings stored in cardboard boxes.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken hot held in kitchen at 122F. Advised operator to reheat chicken to 165F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink locked with high chair and cooling fan.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, pork cooked on 11/30/2025. Operator correctly date marked.
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 some employees training certification expired on 7/15/2025
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor. -Observed cases with drinking water stored on storage floor.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -Observed single use jug cut and used to dispense cooked rice.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed cases with unwashed vegetables stored over cooked pork and chicken in walk in cooler.
Sep 4, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham cold held at 45F in flip top cooler. Per operator, ham transfer to unit 2 hours before the inspection. Operator transfer to reach in freezer for quick chill.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator purchase chlorine sanitizer during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between refrigerators. Operator removed.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. -Observed single use jug cut and used as scoop to dispense cooked rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing in standing water at prep sink. Operator transfer to walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth at prep station not stored in sanitizer solution between use
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -Observed 2 badly dented cans of water chestnuts in dry storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed bean sprout cold held at 45F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item transfer from walk in cooler 20 minutes prior to the inspection. Operator transfer to freezer for quick chill.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwashing sink block with food container. Operator removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of dust buildup on Hamilton beach freezer.
Jul 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. -Observed employee medication stored on shelf above take out containers.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. -Observed container with raw beef stock over case with drinking water in walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw pooled eggs not vertical separated from beansprout in flip top cooler. Operator relocate eggs.
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 meats stored over ice cream in Atosa freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked pork in walk in cooler removed from freezer yesterday morning at 11:00 a.m.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed rib's and shrimps thawing in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Operator removed and stored in walk in cooler.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on fan motor in walk in cooler.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects landing on garbage container. Operator killed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw liquid eggs stored over beansprout in flip top cooler. Operator relocate egg.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken wings hot held in kitchen at 116F. Per operator, chicken cooked 2 hours before the inspection. Advice operator to reheat chicken to 165F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed no date marked on cooked, frozen and thawed pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, pork transfer from freezer yesterday morning.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marked on sauce stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, sauces cooked yesterday morning.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle bowl used to dispense sugar.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on reach in coolers doors.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed male employee eating in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellular phone stored on food preparation table. Operator removed and stored properly.
Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed various food items stored on kitchen floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Observed accumulation of brown like substance buildup on can opener holster. 3. Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on flour, sugar and salt containers. 3. Observed accumulation of rust and old food residue buildup on shelves underneath food preparation tables.
Stored food not covered. Observed various TCS food cooked and stored in walk-in cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar removed from the original container not labeled.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection 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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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. Poster emailed to operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cook line sink, two chairs in front of sink, employee removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cook line, plastic containers inside sink. Employee removed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Under shelf of steam table in rear kitchen. Employee removed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Energizing drink in same shelf of singe service to go containers, in cook line. Employee removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Shelf above flip top in cook line- car keys, ear plugs, employee removed.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Corn starch stored on can of tomato ketchup, Employee removed starch to plastic container
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Two rice serving spoons stored on dirty container, Employee removed to be wash.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in cook line
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.