Kao Grill
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
35
Score
Public records show five inspections at Kao Grill stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 15 violations per visit versus roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “establishment has no written procedures for employees”, which has been cited two times.
Kao Grill's latest score of 35 falls below the Miami average of 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bowl stored inside hand sink by cook line.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink bar area.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed by cook line.
31B-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signs at hand sink by bathrooms. Observed no sign at hand sink by dishwasher area.
31B-04-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink blocked not accessible.
29-27-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled by cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed by mop sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed at reach in coolers by cook line and back area.
05-09-4
35
Jan 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cut tomatoes at walk in cooler. Operator relocated correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Provided by email.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink near cook line. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Coached operator to set up three compartment sink to be used.
16-55-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage container on prep table at prep area. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed two employees with no hair restraints. Operator put hat during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
50
Nov 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
41
Mar 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
31B-03-4
82
Nov 17, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw plastic wrapped salmon portions stored above bread in reach in freezer. Employee rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In spices. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In flour, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kao Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kao Grill on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kao Grill?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kao Grill.
How does Kao Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Kao Grill most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Kao Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Kao Grill have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kao Grill 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 Kao Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kao Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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