Chicken Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Chicken Kitchen, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited five times.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Chicken Kitchen on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm). During the inspection employee prepared a new Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 300ppm) **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
82
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled on top of walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint in the cook line. Employee put hat. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
74
Dec 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Observed no form or kit. Inspector provided form via email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener. Cook placed in sink for wash, rinse, and sanitize. Observed soda machine dispenser in lobby soiled. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not hung to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile above walk in cooler
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster, inspector provided form via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled air vents in kitchen area with dust.
23-03-4
61
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed black beans (114F - Hot Holding) stored inside hot box in kitchen area, as per operator for 2 hours. Operator reheated product to 177F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container lid stored inside handwash sink in kitchen area. Operator removed lid **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit available, as per operator he is waiting for it to be delivered. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle used as scoop stored inside container of salt. Operator removed cup **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee without hair restraint handling food, employee put on hat. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of scoop touching diced tomatoes inside of container at reach in cooler at front line, operator removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket, operator moved mop to hang. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
52
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles soiled, can opener blade soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed quaternary test kit expired on 11/15/18
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup inside of the sour cream container located inside of the walk in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured tanks. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored inside of a warmer no labeled.
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager provided hairnet. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
67
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice chute and soda nozzles. Observed operator cleaning during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks no secure with chain. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cups, and drink containers on several prep tables throughout the establishment.
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed kitchen hood system soiled at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Mar 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
86
Jul 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked plantains (128F - Hot Holding) inside the hot box located in the kitchen area, operator higher hot box thermostat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese (56F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding) at the front line as per operator less than 30 minutes, operator placed food in other unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense seasoning.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers with seasonings stored at the back prep area floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicken Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicken Kitchen on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicken Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chicken Kitchen.
How does Chicken Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chicken Kitchen most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher 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 six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicken Kitchen 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 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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