Kay's Island Grill
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
78
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Kay's Island Grill stretching back to 2022. Kay's Island Grill was last inspected on Mar 19, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.
“Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Kay's Island Grill scores about where you'd expect for a Miami Gardens restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no training for any associates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in back of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Ceiling tile missing. Observed in back of kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Observed water damage throughout establishment. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-19: Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment on the ceiling tiles. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
78
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on floor outside of kitchen in hall. Observed 1 live roach across mop sink on sheet tray. Observed 1 live roach above triple sink in utensils container in kitchen area. Observed 12 live roaches on wooden spatulas above triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 3 live roaches inside of oven in kitchen area. Observed 5 live roaches behind cove molding at kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches on rice bag next to kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on prep table in kitchen area. Observed 6 live roaches inside of gaskets in reach in cooler next to cook line in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Observed 3 live roaches behind fridge in kitchen area across cook line. Observed 2 live roaches under Oreo table next to cook line in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on bowls under Oreo table across cook line in kitchen area. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on stove at cook line. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificate; kerlyne. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no training for any associates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector sent via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in back of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
50
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed corn in reach in freezer in no food grade. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on floor outside of kitchen in hall. Observed 1 live roach across mop sink on sheet tray. Observed 1 live roach above triple sink in utensils container in kitchen area. Observed 12 live roaches on wooden spatulas above triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 3 live roaches inside of oven in kitchen area. Observed 5 live roaches behind cove molding at kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches on rice bag next to kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on prep table in kitchen area. Observed 6 live roaches inside of gaskets in reach in cooler next to cook line in kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals hanging on same rack with single service items at front counter. **Warning**
41-10-4
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector sent via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificate; kerlyne. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen hand sink. **Warning**
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. Observed no training for any associates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in back of kitchen. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Additionally, observed 6 dead roaches in hallway on floor outside of kitchen. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches behind reach in cooler across cook line. Observed 3 dead roaches inside of reach in cooler next to cook line. Observed 6 dead roaches inside triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 6 dead roaches on light shields in kitchen area. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment. **Warning**
36-32-5
29
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Observed rodent bait around the corners of the floors in the back storage area, under fryers, stove and reach in coolers.
41-23-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed macaroni and cheese (129F - Hot Holding) stored on top of flattop for less than 4 hours, operator reheated item.
03B-01-6
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings, chicken breast and shrimp thawing in room temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By The hallway and storage area.
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Throughout the kitchen and back storage area.
36-10-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed multiple crack containers in the kitchen.
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the walls by the hallway, kitchen and storage area.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs in standing water of 99F. Operator placed item over heat. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed flip top reach in cooler and reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. In kitchen hand washing sink. **Repeat Violation**
29-20-5
Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
33-34-4
43
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
41
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Stand-up reach in coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed crack container in the flip top reach in cooler.
14-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Flip top.
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink in the kitchen.
29-20-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Behind ice machine, throughout the kitchen and bathrooms.
36-10-4
74
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw chicken (83F - Cold Holding) stored inside the reach in freezer over night, as per operator.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (83F - Cold Holding) stored inside the reach in freezer over night, as per operator.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed telephone stored inside the reach in cooler inside a container of cut cabbage. Operator discarded cabbage.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelve lining soiled in the back storage room and on top of the 3 compartment sink.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed operator with a meat thermometer starting temperature at 130F, unable to check cold temperatures.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed raw chicken wings, cooked turkey and raw shrimp prepped 2 days before inspection, as per operator. Operator placed date labels on items. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Stored at the front counter.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Inside the kitchen.
14-09-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed flip top reach in cooler interior soiled.
22-16-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a foldable sleeping bed in the hallway. Operator placed away. **Corrected On-Site**
33-31-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall by 3 compartment sink, handwashing sink, and wall by In the hallway soiled.
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor throughout the kitchen soiled.
36-10-4
35
Nov 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kay's Island Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kay's Island Grill on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kay's Island Grill?
Across the inspection record, “worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kay's Island Grill.
How does Kay's Island Grill compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?
Kay's Island Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Miami Gardens average of 80.
Has Kay's Island Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kay's Island Grill have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kay's Island Grill 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 Kay's Island Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kay's Island Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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