Gekko
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
47
Score
Going back to 2022, Gekko has seven inspections in the public record. Gekko was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“No measuring device available” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Gekko on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 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 Dishwasher (Temperature 151). **Warning**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed HWS blocked by tray of utensils at ware washing area. Tray was removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed ROP being conducted of beef and chicken. Coached chef on correct procedure. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl with no handle at salad station used for scooping. Bowls were removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting at plastic container on shelf next to DM. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC gasket in disrepair across wok area. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at Continental RIF. **Warning**
14-69-4
47
Apr 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
82
Sep 23, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed tags not marked with the last served date.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed high temperature dishwasher no measuring device. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at (93F - Hot Holding). Chef turn heat to a higher temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean containers at shelf by dishwasher machine. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing at preparation area.
36-36-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler by preparation area.
23-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup inside corn starch container at preparation area.
14-01-5
64
Jul 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Mar 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
Mar 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tuna stored over chocolate in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
03G-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Intermediate - Oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
23-24-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
36-22-4
41
Jul 28, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.
23-03-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gekko last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gekko on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gekko?
Across the inspection record, “no measuring device available” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Gekko.
How does Gekko compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Gekko most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Gekko's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Gekko have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Gekko 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 Gekko inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gekko is inspected around two times per year on average.
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