Kraken Crudo
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
43
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Kraken Crudo stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 14, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, showing up five times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Kraken Crudo on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Observed at handsink at kitchen entrance. **Warning**
29-45-4
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 proof of training; Francisco. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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 provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dust accumulation on dry dish rack above oven. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of manager; Samuel. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in cooler next to oven. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in sink. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to handsink. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not on display. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
43
Jan 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container with spoons I sidewalk hand sink at kitchen area. Operator removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Observed food employee Ricardo J. Has hired for more than 60 days.
53B-13-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed bowls and plates not inverted on bar over prep area. Operator properly inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
67
May 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to washing area. Operator provided the soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with windex not properly labeled at front counter. Operator properly marked bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon inside rice cooker with handle in contact with product. Operator placed the handle upwards. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed operator engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
13-03-4
74
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Employee provided the paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon inside rice cooker with handle in contact with product. Employee removed the spoon. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
86
Jun 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed raw octopus before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
03G-04-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw octopus before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed green bucket stored inside hand sink at front counter. Employee removed the bucket. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed in hand sink at front counter.
29-20-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cutting board at sushi station.
21-12-4
55
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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 and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket in hand sink next to triple sink. Operator removed sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided and or reviewed the 2017 food code changes, Big 6 Foodborne Illnesses, up for vomit and diarreal events **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Glass cleaner.
41-17-4
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on vending machine. **Corrected On-Site**
50-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. All single service containers at front counter. Operator turned all containers face down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided operator with hand washing sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door of kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
45
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 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
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bucket inside at the kitchen. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
61
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes stored in hand washing sink, employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on counter next to food preparation area.
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed container of rice stored on the floor. Owner rearranged for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelf behind counter soiled.
23-03-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kraken Crudo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kraken Crudo on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kraken Crudo?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Kraken Crudo.
How does Kraken Crudo compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Kraken Crudo most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Kraken Crudo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kraken Crudo have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kraken Crudo 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 Kraken Crudo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kraken Crudo is inspected around two times per year on average.
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