TJ KITCHEN
15327 NW 7 AVE, Miami FL 33169 · 786-703-1452
Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of tomato paste open with mold inside.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025061698 | Aug 20, 2025 | Jun 11, 2026 | $400 |
| 1--2021023021 | Mar 31, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen. Provided sign during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in a container with no name label at kitchen area.
Nov 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed manager food items mixed with school food in the reach in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in a container with no name label.
Sep 2, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 29, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line, 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 26, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line, 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 21, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line, 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 20, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed white rice (48F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator, prepared on previous night.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of tomato paste open with mold inside.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night,as per operator. Stop sale issued Observed white rice (48F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator, prepared on previous night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night,as per operator. Stop sale issued
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board with heavy cut marks. Operator discarded.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line, 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed front counter storage area not organized. Observed car seats, mattress and bed spring in the hallway of the bathroom.
Jun 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ginger stored on a non food grade bag in the reach in freezer. Operator removed and placed in a ziplock bag.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat buns in the reach in cooler. Discussed with operator how to properly organize items. provided handout of storage location. Operator stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored above restaurant food items. Operator placed items on the bottom shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets reach in cooler soiled.
Feb 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 cutting boards soiled. Observed operator discard the cutting boards during the inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of flour on the floor by the mixer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs on the oven door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Discussed with the operator and provided hand washing sign.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed underneath the three compartment sink water leaking into a pan.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine 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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Ware wash area.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large mixer soiled in the kitchen. Observed employee cleaning during the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, by the three compartment sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Shelf by the three compartment sink: card board on a shelf underneath seasoning and can goods.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Kitchen: bottle of barbecue sauce stored on the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom nearby the kitchen. inspector provided the sign to the operator. Operator posted the sign during the inspection. Operator posted the sign.
Sep 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Discussed with the operator and provided the clean-up plan.
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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout. Employees signed during the inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Front counter and kitchen area. Observed employee cleaning the floor during the inspection.
Food stored on floor. Front counter: bag of flour stored on the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Large restroom. Inspector provided the sign, operator posted.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Both reach in coolers in the kitchen, soiled at the bottom with food debris. Employee started cleaning the reach in coolers.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Front counter, miscellaneous items and multiple bags of bed spreads and clothing stored in the hallway nearby the restrooms.
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.