Conch It up Soul Food

4507 Nw 17 Ave, Miami, FL 33142
American
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Conch It up Soul Food has 10 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Conch It up Soul Food's latest score of 78 sits above the Miami average of 74. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken above krab in reach in cooler.
08A-20-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. This served throughout kitchen . **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
23-03-4
78
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed hard shell eggs, above krab salad inside reach in cooler by front counter. Operator placed in proper order onsite. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on shelves to dry pots and pans.
22-31-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed on unisex restroom door. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles and vents throughout establishment.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair on reach in cooler by front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair by 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler by front counter.
14-33-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior of cook line. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler.
23-03-4
58
Apr 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
39
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Observed one missing faucet in the hand sink located underneath the microwave.
29-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon cooking oil on kitchen floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Info was provided. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed old debris inside reach in cooler .
22-16-4
74
Jun 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored in container of sugar and flour. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in warewash area.
31B-04-4
90
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
95
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 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 raw fish in the upright refrigerator.
08A-20-5
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 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. As per the manager the conch salad is served raw.
02B-01-5
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 - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. The cook put up the missing filter. **Corrected On-Site**
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in the chest freezer by the triple sink.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Form provided via email.
51-13-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a large container of sugar. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed a tilapia filet still in the package the internal temperature was 31°F. The cook cut the bag. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
47
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-2
86
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed cakes sold in establishment with no proof of approved source.
01A-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed mac and cheese with no date mark.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle used to scoop sugar. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in corner next to reach in cooler
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken containers. Operator discarded containers. **Corrected On-Site**
14-11-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of flour missing label Operator added label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
50

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Conch It up Soul Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Conch It up Soul Food on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Conch It up Soul Food?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Conch It up Soul Food.

How does Conch It up Soul Food compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Conch It up Soul Food most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Conch It up Soul Food's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Conch It up Soul Food have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Conch It up Soul Food 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 Conch It up Soul Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Conch It up Soul Food is inspected around three times per year on average.