Miami Kava

4400 Nw 2 Ave, Miami, FL 33127

Other

Last inspected: Jul 29, 2022

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Jul 29, 2022. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Miami Kava's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 29, 2022; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The city-wide average for Miami sits at 74, putting Miami Kava on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling has water damage above the hand wash area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: **Time Extended**

36-32-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-29: **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Jul 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach walking on the wall in the kitchen area. **Warning**

35A-05-4

Intermediate - No handwash sink for employees. Observed the hand wash sink was broken. Operator opened the water line and the hand wash sink has cold water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31A-12-4

Intermediate - No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water reached 84 F after 5 minutes water running. **Warning**

27-06-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hand wash sink reached 84 F after 5 minutes water running in the kitchen area. **Warning**

27-16-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer gasket torn. **Warning**

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 plastic containers with oil stored on the floor. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed no hot water after 5 minutes water running. **Warning**

27-10-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler soiled gasket. Operator cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside beans and another plastic container inside flour touching the food. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container used as scoop inside beans and another plastic container inside flour. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

14-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling has water damage above the hand wash area. **Warning**

36-32-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Miami Kava last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Miami Kava on file is from Jul 29, 2022. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Miami Kava compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Miami Kava most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Miami Kava's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Miami Kava have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Miami Kava means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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