Chifa Du Kang
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026
45
Score
Inspectors have visited Chifa Du Kang eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 15, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Chifa Du Kang's 45 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked rice (71F - Hot Holding) to the left of hot line, as per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded rice. **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 noodles (112F - Hot Holding) at steam table across from hot line. Employee reheated noodles (178F - Reheating). Also observed Observed Cooked rice (71F - Hot Holding) to the left of hot line, as per operator more than 4 hours. Operator discarded rice.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed at front counter 25 individually wrapped Alfajores prepared by unapproved source. Operator provided invoice that shows Sweet Mei-Ling 3421 SW 14th ST which belonged to a house. **Admin Complaint**
01B-04-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment using chlorine without proper test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed garbage container blocking hand wash sink to the left of dish machine. Operator removed container.
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee coffee cups on preparation table across from cook line. Operator removed cups. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce stored on floor of dry storage and walk in cooler. Also observed raw chicken stored on floor across from three compartment sink.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken being defrosted at room temperature on floor across from three compartment sink.
06-01-5
45
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator began to prime to repair.
22-41-4
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 cooked noodles (132F - Hot Holding); teriyaki chicken (97F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 2 hours.
03B-01-6
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door in kitchen.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at waiter line, box of fortune cookies stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed at cook line in container of fried rice.
10-06-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at standing units. Operator began to clean during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for all items in reach in cooler and reach in freezer stored uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
55
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed can of burn spray stored inside reach in cooler. Operator removed can. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cooked shrimp inside walk in cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed noodles (94F - Hot Holding) at steam table, as per operator for 3 hours.
03B-01-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop rice at cook line
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles dusty in kitchen adea
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 79F next to rice cookers. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed cooked shrimp and chicken thawing at room temperature next to walk in freezer
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of cornstarch not labeled in dry storage area
02D-01-5
47
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
45
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD 40 stored on food storage shelf, kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed bean sprouts stored above cooked noodles located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
67
Aug 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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. Observed chlorine strength at 0ppm, operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken stored in the walk-in cooler not covered, marinated chicken in the walk-in freezer not covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables stored above cooked chicken located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
74
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at the time of the inspection chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Operator set up 3 compartment sink and called service technician. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork stored above cooked pork,located in the walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation encrusted food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at the servers station togo food containers not inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used to dispense corn starch, bulk bin. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed for vents at the cookline, by ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs containing cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chifa Du Kang last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chifa Du Kang on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chifa Du Kang?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chifa Du Kang.
How does Chifa Du Kang compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Chifa Du Kang most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Chifa Du Kang's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chifa Du Kang have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chifa Du Kang 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 Chifa Du Kang inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chifa Du Kang is inspected around two times per year on average.
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