Korndog

18318 Nw 7 Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169

American

Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Korndog has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 23, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Miami Gardens restaurant, which scores around 80. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 23, 2025

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In the back storage room.

36-36-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. By 3 compartment sink.

36-17-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed storage shelves soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Observed main reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.

38-04-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By mop sink.

36-27-5

Apr 18, 2025

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In the back storage room.

36-36-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.

36-17-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

10-07-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

22-16-4

Jul 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Apr 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca pearls (113F - Hot Holding) on the warmer. Operator turned up heat. Gave Time as a Public Health form as an option. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed paper towel dispenser not working properly. Operator placed roll next to handwashing sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces made on site stored in the walk in cooler, as per operator prepped 4 days ago. Operator placed dates during the inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-02-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile encaving In the back storage room.

36-32-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled.

36-73-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen.

36-17-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at the reach in cooler.

23-03-4

Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.

14-20-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed napkins, cups and containers stored on the floor in the back hallway. **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed hotdogs thawing in standing water in the 3 compartment sink. Operator turned on water to run. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

06-01-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Dec 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

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

Nov 30, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed establishment with unisex restroom with no covered waste receptacle.

32-12-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Korndog last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Korndog on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Korndog?

Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Korndog.

How does Korndog compare to other restaurants in Miami Gardens?

Korndog most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Gardens average of 80.

Has Korndog's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Korndog have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Korndog means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Korndog inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Korndog is inspected around two times per year on average.

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