Chef K Rico

5922 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami, FL 33143

Other

Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Chef K Rico stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 29, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader South Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 63, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 29, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutt board at prep table. **Repeat Violation**

14-09-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

May 27, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed three white cutting boards no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.

05-09-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed SS Togo plates stored on MFDV floor.

25-05-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink.

29-11-4

Dec 16, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing Observed the hand wash sink used to thaw ribs

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink with no soap

31B-03-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup without handle used as scoop in the penne pasta container The container wsd removef **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. **Repeat Violation**

50-04-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner Observed ribs being thawed at room temperature in the hand wash sink

06-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef K Rico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef K Rico on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chef K Rico?

Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chef K Rico.

How does Chef K Rico compare to other restaurants in South Miami?

Chef K Rico most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the South Miami average of 63.

Has Chef K Rico's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chef K Rico have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef K Rico means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Chef K Rico inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chef K Rico is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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