Kiki on the River
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
32
Score
Going back to 2022, Kiki on the River has eight inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 13, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Kiki on the River trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed French fries 56°f (cold holding) stored near fryer machine. As per operator less than 30 minutes. Operator stored inside reach in cooler kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal pieces inside hand wash sink bar area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area and also next to ice machine near exit door kitchen.
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located near exit door kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee bottles of water located at cooked line area.
12B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 85°f located at cooked line area. Operator stored on flat grill kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Kitchen.
29-49-6
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizing solution Quaternary 00ppm located cook line area . Operator discarded the solution during inspection. Recheck quaternary 200 ppm.
21-08-4
32
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Quaternary 00ppm recheck quaternary 200 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-53-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Observed use ice bucket for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-13-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed plastic ice bucket stored directly on floor located at bar area. Operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Flour container.
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Kitchen.
21-38-4
50
Jun 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed glass bottles of syrup stored directly inside ice to be consumed by customers located Bar area. See stop sale.
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed glass bottles of syrup stored directly inside ice to be consumed by customers located Bar area. See stop sale.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bar area. Observed drink bottle of lime juice stored inside hand wash sink. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection.
31B-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - In-use ice bucket for ice machine located outside not stored in a protected manner between uses.
10-13-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Kitchen. Manager store properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
35
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
67
Apr 23, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container inside hand wash sink located cook line area also bar area glass bottle. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed plastic container with sauce not covered located in bar area. Operator covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
78
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over spices sauce. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-08-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean ice bucket out side. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sugar and flour.
14-01-5
70
Oct 13, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 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. Provided form during inspection.
11-27-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket stored out side the restaurant back door. Operator removed during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
24-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic containers with cook oil and bag of potatoes.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
78
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kiki on the River last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kiki on the River on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kiki on the River?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kiki on the River.
How does Kiki on the River compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Kiki on the River most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Kiki on the River's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Kiki on the River have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kiki on the River 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 Kiki on the River inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kiki on the River is inspected around two times per year on average.
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