Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
43
Score
Across the available record, Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 9, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 14 violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, which has been cited six times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge's 43 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked ham in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid on clean dish rack. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's and women's room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
32-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over food for establishment near walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw bacon,cooked ham and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
43
Jan 7, 2026
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked ham in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: fried eggs 98 F, Per operator items were made 10-20 prior put on grill to bring back to temperature. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Flying insect bug spray next to bulk seasonings in kitchen. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Brush for dishes in Handwash sink in kitchen. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Men's restroom. Handwash sink in kitchen. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with clear liquid on clean dish rack. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's and women's room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf over food for establishment near walk in cooler. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat and keys on prep table near ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Raw bacon,cooked ham and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
20
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
05-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans, cooked rice and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men am women's bathroom door left open. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup and water in prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting of clear containers on shelf over 3 compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw pork on floor in kitchen. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage closet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths on prep table in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-22: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
47
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 23 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Opened Pepto Bismul in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. 2 live fly on prep table in kitchen. 1 live fly on scale in kitchen. 1 live fly flying around kitchen. 1 live fly landed on spoon on prep table. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef over Alfredo and multiple items in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold holding: cooked beans 50 F, Per operator beans were put in walk in cooler at 5 pm the day before. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: cooked beans 50 F, Per operator beans were put in walk in cooler at 5 pm the day before. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Reheating: yuca 82 F, tamales 84 F, Per operator items were taken from walk in cooler then reheated on stove and put on prep table in kitchen 30 minutes prior. Operator put on stove at time of inspection to reheat to 165 F,. **Warning**
03E-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Hot water not working at only handwash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
27-05-5
Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. **Warning**
05-10-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beans, cooked rice and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Men am women's bathroom door left open. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup and water in prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting of clear containers on shelf over 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw pork on floor in kitchen. Bulk oil on floor in dry storage closet. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in bulk rice. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in kitchen. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing chicken in large trash can in kitchen. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Water on floor throughout kitchen. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
14
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
39
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gas's cleaner on shelf next to coffee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at sandwich station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Burger patty in reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
58
Sep 24, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in cutting board of reach in cooler Operator sanitized at time of inspection. 1 live fly on Togo containers in kitchen. 2 live flies flying around kitchen. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gas's cleaner on shelf next to coffee. **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blue try on handwash sink at front counter. **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink at front counter. **Warning**
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards. **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at sandwich station. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Burger patty in reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
37
Apr 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Rice and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
02C-01-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner on shelf over condiments at front line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel in handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only available for one employee. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf over prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-12: **Time Extended**
21-12-4
37
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Pepto Bismol on prep table in kitchen next to drink machine. **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. 3 Boxes of raw chicken held in mop sink. Inspector had operator remove from cardboard box and place in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-27-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 16 live flies in kitchen landing on prep table, cans of food, clean dishes, Togo containers and handle of ladle for pooled eggs. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Rice and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner on shelf over condiments at front line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel in handwash sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on front line. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only available for one employee. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on shelf over prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Approximately 30 dead flies on sticky trap on pole over prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
35B-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-12-4
22
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding: pork 126 F, operator put on stove to reheat at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fly spray on prep table in kitchen. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. White plastic container on handwash sink at front counter.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 2 CO tanks not secured near women's restrooms.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple employee drinks next to icee machine at front counter area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table at fr8nt counter.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw beef on floor in kitchen next to mop sink. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of reach in coolers. Hood filters in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Spiced held in peeled garlic containers.
25-32-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Sausage and multiple items in reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Water draining on floor under ice machine in kitchen.
29-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on prep table throughout kitchen.
21-12-4
33
Mar 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-14: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-14: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing metal pot of mop sink with out running water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-14: **Time Extended**
06-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Raw meat on floor next to mop sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-14: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
70
Jul 22, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pooled eggs over cooked ham and sliced cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved at time of inspection to avoid cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef 46 F, shredded pork 55 F. Items left out for sandwiches. Operator moved items to walk in cooler to cool them. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line stained. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Plantains, shredded pork, cooked ground beef. Multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Next to handwash sink in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on box of chicken base in dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Operator turned on at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
27-10-4
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge.
How does Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge have averaged around 14 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge 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's Restaurant and Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kiki's Restaurant and Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants