Chicken Kitchen USA
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
100
Score
Chicken Kitchen USA has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 30, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Time/temperature control for safety food” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Chicken Kitchen USA on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (122F - Hot Holding) inside warmer as per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed mashed potatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); corn mix (48F - Cold Holding); corn (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (41F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm) at front counter. Operator diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200 ppm). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
64
Jan 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles dusty at prep area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-31: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed some ceiling tiles dusty at prep area. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
95
Aug 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sweet plantains (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box at kitchen. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. Employee discarded the product. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box at kitchen. As per employee for more than 4 hrs. Employee discarded the product. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed red cutting board soiled with mold like substance inside walk in cooler.
22-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs inside cut Romain container at front counter. Employee placed tongs upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty at prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
61
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (112F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per manager for approximately an hour. Manager placed product in kitchen for reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at triple sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-37-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser inside spray bottle without label at storage shelves. Manager properly labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee inside hot box at kitchen. Employee removed the coffee. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty over preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt inside plastic container without label on shelve over preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) under steam table. Manager discarded and replenished with new solution, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
52
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter prep area, cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding) cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding) shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) as per manager was out for 45 minutes. Manager removed items and placed into walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed at triple sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener on prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinse sanitizer bucket in hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink. Manager provided towels. **Corrected On-Site**
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. Provided manager with form to print manager printed and reviewed and sign with employees. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at front counter sink. Manager provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed training certifications without expiration dates. Manager wrote expiration dates on all certificates. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at walk in cooler.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and ceiling tiles soiled at front count prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed used bottle of water stored on prep table at rear of kitchen.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at triple sink area.
36-22-4
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 container of rice. Manager placed in correct position. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter reach in cooler .
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager stored in proper drying position. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of salt not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in container of salt. Manager removed and discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
26
Apr 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no training for Melitza J. Jazmin M. Dimitri, David Ortega, Yamilka V. Maria A. and Angel A. Have been working more than 60 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Melissa Jahnsen CFM expired on 03/18/21. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-26: Still observed. **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
82
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed balsamic tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); corn and bean salad (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding ) at 3:28pm. According to the manager, the food has been there for approximately 2 hours. Manager cover food during inspection. balsamic tomatoes (43F - Cold Holding); corn and bean salad (44F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (44F - Cold Holding) at 3:56pm.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed veggie cutter soiled with food debris. Employee moved to dishwasher area to clean it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers with cut tomatoes not date marked , stored in walk in cooler more than 24 hours. Manager date marked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicken Kitchen USA last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicken Kitchen USA on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicken Kitchen USA?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chicken Kitchen USA.
How does Chicken Kitchen USA compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chicken Kitchen USA most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chicken Kitchen USA's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chicken Kitchen USA have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicken Kitchen USA 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 USA inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicken Kitchen USA is inspected around two times per year on average.
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