YI-WONG CHINESE REST
13760 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33184 · (305)220-5723
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 6 visits since February 2024
MAY 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
SEP 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. 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. Provided form during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2018045459 | Aug 27, 2018 | Sep 21, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed plastic container with 10 shell eggs on table ambient temperature, according to cook placed out 90 minutes ago. Cook placed shell eggs inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of reach in cooler, bean sprouts (46F - Cold Holding) placed 40 minutes ago, Cook placed bean sprouts on bottom part inside reach in cooler for proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose next to water heater no vacuum breaker.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles walk in cooler and freezer soiled.
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Food stored on floor. Observed inside walk in freezer, raw beef stored on the floor. Operator stored raw beef six inches above the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside walk white chest freezer.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reused chicken cardboard boxes, inside walk in cooler and kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Operator replaced soiled towels with clean ones.
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over spring rolls inside reach in freezer at kitchen entrance. Operator properly arranged by cooking temperatures.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature under steam table at kitchen. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the eggs.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored at ambient temperature under steam table at kitchen. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the eggs. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed brown rice (104F - Cold Holding) on prep cart at cook line. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed brown rice (104F - Cold Holding) on prep cart at cook line. As per operator for more than 4 hrs. Operator discarded the rice.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (73F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (78F - Cold Holding) on prep table across cook line. As per operator for approximately 2 hrs. Operator placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food inside walk in cooler not properly identified.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside chest freezer at storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken wings, egg rolls, breaded chicken not covered stored inside white chest freezer next to kitchen entrance. Operator covered the products.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw pork stored over raw spring rolls inside reach in freezer.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed eggs stored at ambient temperature on table across cook line. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed eggs inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (60F - Cold Holding), cookedpasta (90F - Cold Holding) on prep table across cook line. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed products inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at men's room.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs inside walk in cooler without date mark. As per employee for 2 days.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly segregated inside chest freezer at storage area.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked crab rangoons not covered inside reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs on top of cut onions inside reach in cooler across cook line. Employee placed eggs under onions.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding) on table next to cook line. Employee placed inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with black mold like substance on steam table.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. Employee provided the paper towels.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed walk in freezer door handle with soil residue on equipment door handles.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on shelve over steam table. Employee removed the phone.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside white chest freezer at storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled next to kitchen entrance.
Open dumpster lid.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen area.
Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at cook line and steam table.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed in kitchen area. As per Manager less than 1 hour. Employee moved to reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fried chicken wings (112F - Hot Holding); spring rolls (123F - Hot Holding) at cook line, as per Manager approximately 1.5 hours, Manager reheating food during inspection.
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. Provided form during inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed in both bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour container next to walk in cooler entrance. Also inside crispy chicken container, Manager removed during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at preparation area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in cooler across cook line.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp (frozen) at preparation area, Manager moved to walk in cooler.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed in kitchen area.
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