Dumpling King

237 Ne 167 St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162
Chinese
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
26
Score
High Risk

Dumpling King appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. Dumpling King was last inspected on Mar 23, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 11 violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been the most frequent reason, cited nine times.

The city-wide average sits at 72, which Dumpling King's 26 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

12
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken removed from original container stored over pork broth inside standing reach in freezer in kitchen.
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over fried chicken wings inside standing reach in cooler. Observed raw pork over cooked cabbage inside reach in cooler across from cook line. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed boba pearls (60F - Cold Holding) at front counter, as per operator for one hour.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bok choy stored directly inside non food grade bag inside standing reach in cooler in kitchen.
14-31-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed fried chicken wings stored inside cardboard box inside standing reach in cooler.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by trash can in dish area.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed blender stored in hand sink at front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl stored inside container of cooked rice with no handle inside reach in cooler in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard underneath cook line.
36-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease buildup on floor underneath cook line.
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In back storage area.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed all reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Observed heavy grease buildup between cooking equipment.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand sink draining slowly next to cook line.
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled behind cook line.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of salt and MSG at cook line not labeled. Operator labeled products.
02D-01-5
26
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-16: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
64
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 started to prep the 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: At the time of the callback inspection observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Fernando, Lisa, Shawei and Binando hired more than 60 days with no employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed Fernando, Lisa, Shawei and Binando hired more than 60 days with no employee training. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used to scoop sugar with no handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed a plastic container used to scoop sugar with no handle. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls by dishwasher, handwashing sink and storage area soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Observed walls by dishwasher, handwashing sink and storage area soiled. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-25: Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
39
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken in the reach in cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 started to prep the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Haidong Lin as a manager with no certificate. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 8 employees engaged in food preparation. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel by the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Fernando, Lisa, Shawei and Binando hired more than 60 days with no employee training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used to scoop sugar with no handle. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the back storage area. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in cooler soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls by dishwasher, handwashing sink and storage area soiled. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Under 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
36-10-4
30
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water was ordered and came broken, as per operator. New heater will arrive on January 27. **Admin Complaint**
27-25-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit after leaving the water running for about 3 minutes. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water was ordered and came broken, as per operator. New heater will arrive on January 27. **Admin Complaint**
27-24-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 72F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 75F. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 75F. Hot water was ordered and came broken, as per operator. New heater will arrive on January 27. **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-24: Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
55
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. **Time Extended**
27-25-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit after leaving the water running for about 3 minutes. **Time Extended**
27-24-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 72F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 75F. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-16: Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
52
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed storage containers where flour, salt and rice are stored are soiled with old food debris. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed wear-washing hand sink blocked by trash can. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Observed hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
27-24-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed kitchen, front counter, ware washing and bathroom handwashing sinks with hot water of 72F. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Basic - Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. **Warning**
27-25-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip top reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed interior of the bottom flip top reach in cooler soiled. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Throughout the shelves and cart in the kitchen. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with slow drainage. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen handwashing sink, 3 compartment sink, grease fryer next to stove, storage area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor by the fryers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-10-4
39
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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) not working properly, operator is aware to set up 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) not working properly, operator is aware to set up 3 compartment sink. **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by a trash can and bottle of detergent inside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times by a trash can and bottle of detergent inside. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee clean a cloth inside the handwashing sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Observed employee cleaning and rinsing mixers in the front counter handwashing sink.n **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple gaskets in reach in freezer in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-09: Observed multiple gaskets in reach in freezer in disrepair. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
67
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
35
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink next to dishmachine and back kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: No soap provided at handwash sink next to dishmachine. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to dishmachine at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to dishmachine at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/chest freezers at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/chest freezers at kitchen area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, throughout the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil torn and soiled on shelves throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed tin foil torn and soiled on shelves throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed kitchen floor soiled under cook line, behind fryers, under prep tables,under reach in coolers and 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed kitchen floor soiled under cook line, behind fryers, under prep tables,under reach in coolers and 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
36-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
64
Mar 9, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling dirty dishes and without washing hands handle clean food. **Warning**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken (75F - Cold Holding); cooked egg rolls (85F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding), as per operator all items were sitting at room temperature for approximately 2 hours operator placed items on ice and in reach in cooler to cool down. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed yang,yi wei,haiteng, with expired food handler training. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water was shut off in establishment. Operator turned on hot water **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen area **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling and ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to and above food in kitchen and front counter. Operator separated personal items from food and food equipment **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezers doors in disrepair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of rice stored on floor Operator lifted off ground **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf above three compartment sink soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in coolers interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. **Warning**
02D-01-5
30
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with beef, and egg rolls. Employee removed bags. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stove is soiled.
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. Cooked egg rolls are not date marked. Prepared yesterday. Employee date marked good. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - A case of cooking oil is not stored at least 6 inches off of the storage room floor. Employees placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in dining area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the back storage area.
36-17-5
Basic - Kitchen, storage room floors, and under cooking equipments soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed in kitchen and storage areas. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of stove, shelves under prep table is soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
14-20-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dumpling King last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dumpling King on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dumpling King?

Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Dumpling King.

How does Dumpling King compare to other restaurants in North Miami Beach?

Dumpling King most recently scored 26 out of 100, which is lower than the North Miami Beach average of 72.

Has Dumpling King's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dumpling King have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Dumpling King 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 Dumpling King inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dumpling King is inspected around three times per year on average.