Reunion Ktch Bar
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
55
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Reunion Ktch Bar, the earliest from 2022. Reunion Ktch Bar was last inspected on Dec 18, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
Looking across the full record, “equipment in poor repair” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Reunion Ktch Bar's latest score of 55 falls below the Aventura average of 76. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed raw duck and raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat foods in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food kitchen area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed sign to operator to print and post. **Corrective Action Taken**
02A-01-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged raw tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. Manager provided worker and gaskets will be replaced in January. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Observed avocado not washed prior to preparation. Manager instructed employee to clean. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
55
Aug 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed containers with prepped raw beef stored over cheese and prepped vegetables on shelf in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above dish machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen soiled with dust. Observed air vent in walk in cooler soiled with dust debris.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handles.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
64
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle used to dispense starch and panko.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use scoops stored on stove door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Located on prep table. Manager moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
74
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Lights in, food storage area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
Basic - Observed clam other shells purchased from a supplier reused to serve food.
25-34-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed octopus thawing in standing water. Located in prep sink.
06-01-5
74
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bamboo mats used for the preparation of sushi rolls - mat in direct contact with food.
14-08-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of seasoning and rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter and in direct contact of customer. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-27-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing in standing water. Located in prep sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
67
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Located in prep area. Chef moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in customer reach. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-27-4
78
Aug 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs and raw chicken being stored on top of various unwashed vegetables in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of shredded cheese.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located above walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed ice bucket being stored on floor next to ice machine.
24-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag being stored on top of various foods in prep area. Chef removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Located between prep table and wall in prep area.
10-17-4
47
Jul 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of unwashed vegetables. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
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. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Discussed and emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Located in storage area where reach in freezers are located.
36-32-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Ownership cases of drinks being stored on floor in bar area.
08B-38-4
50
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
45
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored on top of cut vegetables. Located in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach and floor cleaner being stored on top of clean dishes in dry storage area.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bartender washing cups in bar hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed about 6 employees engaging in food preparation with no certified manager.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle being stored in container of diced onions, cucumbers rice, flour and red peppers.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged tuna bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package.
06-09-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed various cases of sodas being stored on floor in bar area.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Located on bar counter in reach of customers.
25-27-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice and flour removed from their original container placed in plastic containers and not labeled.
02D-01-5
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Reunion Ktch Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Reunion Ktch Bar on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Reunion Ktch Bar?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Reunion Ktch Bar.
How does Reunion Ktch Bar compare to other restaurants in Aventura?
Reunion Ktch Bar most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Aventura average of 76.
Has Reunion Ktch Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Reunion Ktch Bar have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Reunion Ktch Bar 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 Reunion Ktch Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Reunion Ktch Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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