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TKL FOOD

12475 NE 6 CT, North Miami FL 33161 · 786-299-7014

Last inspected Mar 27, 2026 · 9 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats12
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2337949
Grade history
JUL 24
MAY 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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 was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 27, 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
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose connected to a faucet without vacuum breaker.
High priority/29-34-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
Basic/22-20-5
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.
Basic/51-09-4
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Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Faucet handle in disrepair.
Basic/29-09-4/Repeat Violation
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
The state's own report →
Mar 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed preparation table blocking hand washing sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Faucet handle in disrepair at handwashing sink.
Basic/29-09-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 touching ready to eat Shrimp with bare hand. Employee washed hands a wear gloves.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 written procedures for employees to follow in response to vomiting and diarrhea event..
Intermediate/11-27-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink block by preparation table.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines.
Intermediate/31A-01-4/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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 employee responsibility agreement to report food borne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Explained to dishwasher employee touching ready Wash Rinse and Sanitize.
Basic/16-13-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Dirty wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution bucket.
Basic/21-12-4/Warning
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
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 was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
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 was provided to operator.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 26, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Sep 26, 2024 · On 9/26/2024 at the time of the callback inspection waiting on exam day. Time Extended
Jul 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.

0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels provided.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offering under cooked hamburger. Poster was provided to operator.
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth not in sanitizer solution between uses. Manager corrected it.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

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.