Sultan Kebob
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
43
Score
Sultan Kebob has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 20, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Miami Beach average 69, so Sultan Kebob trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef over fish in the reach in cooler. The owner moved the fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a plastic container in the sink. The owner removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Antonio has been working for more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in the ware washing area. The owner brought soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets torn. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor on a step. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The cook removed them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
43
Oct 14, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination.
08B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over yogurt in the reach in cooler at the back of the kitchen.
08A-08-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed,, Shu, Antonio and Karina all expired 04-06-2025.
53B-05-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor in the back of the storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed around the dish machine.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed the mop on the floor.
42-01-4
55
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed the cook removed his gloves and put on clean gloves without washing his hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed ground beef over lamb at the cook line drawer cooler. The chef moved the lamb to the top drawer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under the cooking equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a large plastic container with cooking oil on the floor in the back room. The manager put it on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs on the oven door. The cook removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several plastic squeeze bottles not labeled at the cook line.
02D-01-5
61
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
58
Feb 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. The operator paid the license during the inspection confirmation number 4930913.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the chef rinsing off the tongs in the hand wash sink at the cook line. The owner coached the chef. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in a container with fries. The owner removed the bowl.
14-01-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at the front counter. The manager inverted the scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in the men's restroom.
31B-04-4
67
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed food containers of raw fish, raw shrimp and uncooked calamari, stored over boxes of fresh lettuce, inside reach in cooler next to front counter register.
08A-04-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (90F - Hot Holding) located on kitchen prep cooler, less than 4 hours. Manager placed rice on stovetop to reheat to 165F and above. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed falafels stored in a regular "Thank you" bag located inside reach in cooler, directly behind front counter register. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic portion containers, with no handle stored inside a container of cooked rice, located at prep cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at kitchen prep coolers. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
58
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed and tested chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm, due sanitizer connected to lime-away container and not chlorine sanitizer. Employee replaced container with chlorine and tested again at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chopped lettuce stored in a regular "Thank you" grocery bag, inside reach in cooler next to front counter register.
14-31-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink located across from kitchen cookline.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen utensils stored in handwash sink across from kitchen cookline. Employee removed items stored in sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable located at prep cooler.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler next to front counter register.
23-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed or posted at the time of inspection.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sultan Kebob last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sultan Kebob on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sultan Kebob?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sultan Kebob.
How does Sultan Kebob compare to other restaurants in Miami Beach?
Sultan Kebob most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami Beach average of 69.
Has Sultan Kebob's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sultan Kebob have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sultan Kebob 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 Sultan Kebob inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sultan Kebob is inspected around three times per year on average.
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