YEUNG'S LOTUS EXPRESS
20505 S DIXIE HWY # 1845, Miami FL 33189 · 305-232-0299
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Obsessed raw chicken stored over spring rolls, in the reach in freezer located across from the three compartment sink, employee reorganized freezer by minimum required cooking temperature on site.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021001152 | Jan 8, 2021 | Mar 5, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above vegetables. Manager removed eggs.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and noodles held more than 24 hours inside the walk in cooler not date marked. As per manager more than 24 hours
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers not properly air-dried - wet nesting above the 3 compartment sink. Manager fixed it.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed it.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed noodles and breaded chicken held more than 24 hrs inside the walk in cooler not date marked.
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 inside the rice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board in the kitchen. Employee removed it.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above a bucket of soy sauce in the walk in cooler.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine solution reading above 200ppm for triple compartment sink. Operator diluted.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine solution reading above 200ppm for triple compartment sink and sanitizing bucket in the front area.Employee diluted.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knife covered with dirty napkin stored in dry storage shelves.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine font area soiled with mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled in kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observe ladle in utensil container not inverted with handle up.
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an opened water bottle stored on preparation table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed plastic bucket storing the flour in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed ceiling and door gasket of walk in cooler soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed the cold water handle in disrepair at the handwash sink in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed containers of broccoli, cabbage, peppers, cooked chicken not covered in the walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed through out kitchen area wet wiping cloths on top of prep tables.
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed one raw shell egg cracked at walk in cooler. manager discarded.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution at three compartment sink, 200 ppm plus. Manager diluted solution final reading 100ppm.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed chlorine sanitizer bucket solution at 200plus PPM manager diluted solution final reading 50ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed rice maker exterior soiled with food debris.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed Metal containers at washing area, wet nesting. Manager separated, containers to air dry properly.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken at walk-in cooler, raw uncovered, manager, covered during inspection.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. Observed soy sauce stored on the floor by the walk in cooler. Employee removed item and placed it correctly.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Obsessed raw chicken stored over spring rolls, in the reach in freezer located across from the three compartment sink, employee reorganized freezer by minimum required cooking temperature on site.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In the walk in cooler observed a bucket with raw potatoes stored on the floor.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, across from the three compartment sink.
Oct 10, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Packaged food has no English labeling.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Rice in a containers in the kitchen not labeled.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed Mall bathrooms closed for remodeling, a mall employee stated that the remodeling may take about 2 months to be completed. Employee's are currently using a temporary bathroom Trailer parked right outside the food court. During the inspection observed temporary bathrooms with only cold running water available.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed water bottle stored on the kitchen preparation table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers stored on shelves in the kitchen.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching the raw rice.
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