Kiddo

18833 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33180
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Kiddo has been inspected eight times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 21, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to four violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment in poor repair”, showing up three times.

Among Miami restaurants, the typical score is 74; Kiddo is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
86
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
78
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following food temperatures greater than 41°F; shredded lettuce (72F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (70F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (56F - Cold Holding). All were located on front counter prep table. As per manager food had only been out for about 1 hour. Manager moved to reach in cooler for cooling. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cups, keys and phone stored on prep table. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions and oil being stored on floor in prep area. Manager moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
64
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
41
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. As of 10/1/23.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef being stored on top of unwashed vegetables. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cub with no handle being stored in container of rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of drinks on floor in dining room area and cases of oil on floor behind front counter.
08B-38-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in prep area.
38-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef and raw chicken thawing in standing water.
06-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag and jacket being stored on shelf next to food.
40-06-5
58
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Nov 17, 2022
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 raw chicken being stored on top of bread in reach in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of rice and fries.
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of drinks being stored on floor in dry storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between reach in coolers.
10-17-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pans of beef thawing and raw chicken at room temperature.
06-01-5
58

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kiddo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kiddo on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kiddo?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kiddo.

How does Kiddo compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Kiddo most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Kiddo's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kiddo have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kiddo 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 Kiddo inspected?

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