Chicken House #3
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
50
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Chicken House #3, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around 11 violations across recent inspections versus roughly 16 violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Chicken House #3's 50 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over beef inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee come from outside, rinsed her hands with water, then continued to go work cook line. Coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-20-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink being used as a dump sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at the entrance of kitchen.
36-06-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in kitchen area.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
50
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a pill bottle on top of prep table.
41-07-4
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee change gloves with no prior handwashing. Coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken stored over beef inside walk in cooler. Operator placed it in correct location onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards on prep tables.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using handwashing sink as a dump sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beans inside walk in cooler with no date marking on them.
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handles on reach in cooler door.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cuts on cutting boards in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. Observed soiled exterior of cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls behind cook line.
36-27-5
35
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
32
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed a server bring dirty dishes to the kitchen and then went and served clean silverware to guests without washing her hands.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal can with soap and water in the hand sink in the kitchen. The person in charge removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - 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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in the men's restroom.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open an of coke on a prep table. The person in charge removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout the kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with different foods on the walk-in freezer floor. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken.
33-15-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed several broken down cardboard boxes on the floor next to the dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three tongs on the oven door. The cook removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container with beans. The person in charge inverted the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the men's, women's and employees restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
32
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -employee failed to sanitize food container lid after washing
22-45-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -walk-in cooler: multiple containers covered with and in contact with nonfood-grade bags **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink next to triple sink used to store food containers, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -paper towel dispenser next to triple sink not dispensing, operator placed roll of paper towel on top of dispenser **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. -operator has meat cooking thermometer
05-03-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
14-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cell phone on top of microwave, employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout the kitchen.
36-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -bucket of meat on floor in walk-in freezer -cases of sodas on floor in hallway
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -utensils stored in water 95F, operator relocated container of water/utensils to flat top grill to reheat **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -employee unisex restroom, provided handwash sign, operator posted **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container lacking label
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
35
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed the a food handler chopping tomatoes stop to drink from a plastic water bottle and continue to chop the tomatoes with the same gloves on.
12A-05-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed several different proteins in shopping bags in the walk-in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed two plastic containers with chemicals in the hand washing sink. The manager removed the containers. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the employee restroom. Sign provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked tiles throughout the kitchen.
36-17-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a cup on top of the microwave.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water in the cracks of the broken tiles.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with meat on the walk-in freezer floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor at the cook line.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in the ice machine. The manger moved the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in a container of flour. The manger moved the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a stack of Togo containers in a plastic bag on the floor in the dry storage area. The manager put the containers on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed next to the walk-in cooler.
36-27-5
29
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed garbage bag used to store raw fish in preparation area **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shell eggs stored on preparation table. As per employee eggs were out for approximately 1 hour. Eggs were moved into reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - 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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Suly employed more than a year with no food handler training **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Thermometer begins at 50F **Warning**
05-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop pico de gallo. Observed cup with no handle used to scoop juice Operator removed bowl and cup and began using spoon. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of juice stored on floor **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Objectionable odors preparation area of kitchen. **Warning**
36-64-5
Basic - Reach-in freezer in lobby area interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at bar area **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed popsicles made on site stored in u locked reach in freezer in lobby area **Warning**
08B-63-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched and server station in lobby area **Warning**
25-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in kitchen area **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of beans with no label. Observed squeeze bottle of mojo with no label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
27
Sep 9, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed dishwasher employee, washing and finishing pots pans and utensils not sanitizing. Instructed operator to set up three compartment sink and properly wash rinse and sanitize all equipment/ utensils. Observed three compartment sink chlorine 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed inter of ice machine soiled. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink used to store knife at ware washing area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee restroom.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked tacos, cooked empanadas and beans missing date marking in walk in cooler. As per managers items area from previous days.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at employee restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl no handle used to scoop ice in ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots and pans stored on floor in kitchen.
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler shelves heavily soiled. Observed gaskets soiled at walk in cooler. Observed hood filters soiled. Observed reach in cooler gaskets at cook line heavily soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Prep table shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of beans and fish stored in walk in cooler not covered. Observed dry beans stored in dry storage room not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers containing flour beans and spices missing labels.
02D-01-5
27
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table plantains (100F - Hot Holding); chicken soup (100F - Hot Holding), at front counter milk (73F - Hot Holding) operator turned up heat at steam table and discarded milk **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection observed cooked beans 100F as per operator beans were prepared approximately 1 hour ago operator reheated beans, cooked beef 150F hot holding, cooked eggs 140F hot holding, **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer in front of walk in freezer in disrepair **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection Equipment in poor repair. Observed freezer in front of walk in freezer in disrepair **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior across from walk in cooler have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection Reach-in cooler interior across from walk in cooler have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in preparation area. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor crack at reach in cooler across from walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: At time of callback inspection Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor crack at reach in cooler across from walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-02-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicken House #3 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicken House #3 on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicken House #3?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Chicken House #3.
How does Chicken House #3 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chicken House #3 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chicken House #3's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chicken House #3 have averaged around 11 violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chicken House #3 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Chicken House #3 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken House #3 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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