Chicken Kitchen

140 Ne 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33132

American

Last inspected: Oct 22, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Chicken Kitchen stretching back to 2022. Chicken Kitchen was last inspected on Oct 22, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 22, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can Opener.

22-02-4

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.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. **Corrected On-Site**

05-10-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed Kitchen employee wearing bracelet, while preparing food.

13-07-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of food inside walk in cooler floor.

08B-38-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.

21-12-4

Jul 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Ana, Eddy.

53B-13-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks located on top of the counter front counter area next grill. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

13-03-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Discussed with the employee and the operator on the establishment how to use the 3cs in order and disinfect the dishes, utensils. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-13-5

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided soap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Jul 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Mar 14, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Aug 24, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Nov 1, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: **Time Extended**

50-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicken Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicken Kitchen on file is from Oct 22, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicken Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chicken Kitchen.

How does Chicken Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Chicken Kitchen most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Chicken Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicken Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chicken Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Chicken Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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