Serious Dumplings
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
78
Score
Inspectors have visited Serious Dumplings eight times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to seven violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ready-to-eat”, showing up three times.
Serious Dumplings' latest score is in line with the North Miami average of 80. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: On 3/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection 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. **Warning** Time Extended** **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: On 3/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Black mold like substance inside ice machine. **Warning** **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: On 3/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning** **Time Extended**
16-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: On 3/30/2026 at the time of the callback inspection Walk in cooler shelves with rust. **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-17-4
78
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in men restroom. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Shrimp, and chicken held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the preparation table. **Warning**
21-12-4
55
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw fish inside the walk in cooler.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Black mold like substance on wall above triple sink.
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Food debris inside dishwasher machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired on 10/1/2024
50-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Plastic containers with sauce on the floor inside walk in cooler.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet wiping cloth under the cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
55
Jan 14, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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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. Form was provided to operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked: shrimp, beef held for more than 24/hrs without date marked inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
78
Sep 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: On 9/26/2024 at the time of the inspection 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. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: On 9/26/2024 at the time of the inspection Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: On 9/26/2024 at the time of the inspection Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance inside ice machine. **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
82
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
70
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired since10/1/2023
50-17-3
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. Form was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By cooking equipments.
31B-03-4
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. Poster was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
61
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Serious Dumplings last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Serious Dumplings on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Serious Dumplings?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Serious Dumplings.
How does Serious Dumplings compare to other restaurants in North Miami?
Serious Dumplings most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the North Miami average of 80.
Has Serious Dumplings' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Serious Dumplings have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Serious Dumplings 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 Serious Dumplings inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Serious Dumplings is inspected around two times per year on average.
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