WEST VILLAGE KITCHEN CO
2739 NW 54 ST, Miami FL 33142
Last inspected Jan 21, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
DEC 23
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APR 25
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Form provided via email.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in restroom. Operator provided onsite.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents above cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed beef in a metal container on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer.
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven interior soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall behind cook line.
Apr 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breaker on hose Bibb at the back of the building.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled slicer in prep area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels inside employee bathroom. Operator placed paper towels onsite.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink inside employee restroom. Operator placed soap onsite.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple holes, and cracks on the ceiling throughout entire kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting board in kitchen prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a box of tomatoes on the floor near prep area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to wall in front of employee restroom. Observed hole in wall above walk in cooler entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up inside reach in freezer next to walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside of oven next to cook line.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Aug 28, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over lemons in the walk-in cooler. Observed a plastic pan with raw chicken over bananas.
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. Form provided via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 provided via email.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on the hood closest to the front door.
Aug 27, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs over lemons in the walk-in cooler. Observed a plastic pan with raw chicken over bananas.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bag of shrimp (88F - Cold Holding); bacon (88F - Cold Holding); #2 bag of shrimp (88F - Cold Holding); fish (88F - Cold Holding) in an upright freezer next to the entrance door. Observed in the walk-in cooler;fish (47F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding);
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bag of shrimp (88F - Cold Holding); bacon (88F - Cold Holding); #2 bag of shrimp (88F - Cold Holding); fish (88F - Cold Holding) in an upright freezer next to the entrance door. Observed in the walk-in cooler;fish (47F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); butter (47F - Cold Holding);
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. Form provided via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Form provided via email.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a clear liquid in a spray bottle by the walk-in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the handle just spins.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed a cook washing her spatula in the mop sink. I had an operator set up the triple sink with chlorine sanitizer at 100 palms and had her wash rinse and sanitize it.
Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of limes on the walk-in cooler floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed several utensils in a water temperature of 88°F.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. The operator removed it.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed on the hood closest to the front door.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic containers with different foods in them not labeled in the walk-in cooler and dry storage room.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front hand sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front hand sink.
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.