Ming Kong
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Ming Kong eight times, with records going back to 2022. Ming Kong was last inspected on Nov 18, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Ming Kong scores about where you'd expect for a Wilton Manors restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Observed large mixing bowl stored in restroom. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-13-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues and mold like build up.
22-16-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment doors and handles.
23-24-4
82
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 90F. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
95
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemicals store on same shelf at cook line with dry goods. Operator relocated chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk flour container. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed female line cook no hair restraint.
13-03-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils for cook line stored in water 122F. Operator increased heat to 139F. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed cook line cooler doors and gaskets soiled with food buildup.
23-01-4
64
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed 200 ppm. Operator corrected to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat cooked noodles. Operator relocated to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed to go cup in bin of brown sugar. Operator replaced with scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed half empty employee water bottle on shelf above cook line. Operator disposed of. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce stored on the floor. Operator relocated to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in freezer, multiple bags of frozen egg rolls, fried shrimp, wontons, all uncovered. Operator recovered all. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Observed inside of exhaust hood.
36-27-5
58
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed large bag of rice open/ uncovered. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
90
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 100# sack of rice on floor. Operator placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in two reach-in freezers.
14-69-4
90
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot food left on counter during lunch rush, rice, chicken wings (115-127F - Hot Holding) Cook reheated items to 165° and above
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed printed and started filling out form **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
58
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in Westinghouse reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: Basic - Ice buildup in Westinghouse reach-in freezer. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-69-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ming Kong last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ming Kong on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ming Kong?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Ming Kong.
How does Ming Kong compare to other restaurants in Wilton Manors?
Ming Kong most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Wilton Manors average of 82.
Has Ming Kong's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ming Kong have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ming Kong means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Ming Kong inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ming Kong is inspected around two times per year on average.
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