The Knife Steak House
Last inspected: Dec 22, 2025
67
Score
The Knife Steak House has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The Knife Steak House was last inspected on Dec 22, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around 11 violations, down from roughly 16 violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
By comparison, the average Doral facility scores 74, putting The Knife Steak House on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine and not test strip - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area and kitchen. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at grilling station area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at side rear exit door by boiler room. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing/deep grouts at floor all throughout the kitchen prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at some cooling units. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed ice tub all across grilling station. - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-22: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
67
Oct 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at both ice machines.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed manager Arlene Castaned and not proof of Food Manager certification.
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer dishwasher machine and not test strip
16-37-1
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 six food handling employees and not food manager present at time of inspection.
53A-05-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at dining area and kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at grilling station area.
14-09-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at side rear exit door by boiler room.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed missing/deep grouts at floor all throughout the kitchen prep area.
36-12-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Repeat Violation**
36-68-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at some cooling units. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed ice tub uncorked at chest reach-in freezer prep area, staff covered it. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed ice tub all across grilling station.
36-02-5
45
Jan 2, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cooling); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding) as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At time of callback inspection observed : Pork loin 48°F, chicken meat 46°F, beef sirloin 47°F, parillera sausage 49°F, provolone cheese 45°F, Russian salad 48°F, ceviche 47°F, chicken salad 47°F, blue cheese 46°F, butter 47°F, Moro rice 46°F, cooked vegetables 47°F, cooked ham 47°F. **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding)as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed : Pork loin 48°F, chicken meat 46°F, beef sirloin 47°F, parillera sausage 49°F, provolone cheese 45°F, Russian salad 48°F, ceviche 47°F, chicken salad 47°F, blue cheese 46°F, butter 47°F, Moro rice 46°F, cooked vegetables 47°F, cooked ham 47°F. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink by grill station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink, at handwashing sink by grill station. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. **Time Extended**
36-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at unit by cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, at unit by cook line. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at 3 compartment sink area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-02: At time of callback inspection observed Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, at 3 compartment sink area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
39
Dec 26, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 17 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored over cut fruits and cut vegetables. Staff moved the raw shell eggs to bottom rack. Observed raw chicken over raw meat and raw pork at Meat Walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (53F - Cooling); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding) as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp salad (45F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (45F - Cold Holding); rice moro (47F - Cold Holding); ceviche (46F - Cold Holding); potato salad (45F - Cold Holding); lentil soup (46F - Cold Holding); Russian salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (46F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (46F - Cold Holding); empanada beef filling (58F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (47F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (47F - Cold Holding); cooked beef matahambre (47F - Cold Holding); Swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); chef salad (canned tuna and vegetables) (46F - Cold Holding); cooked mushrooms (46F - Cold Holding); cook eggplant (46F - Cold Holding); MEAT WALK IN COOLER: raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef coulotte (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding); raw por spare ribs (47F); raw lamb (47F - Cold Holding); raw pork Boston butt (48F - Cold Holding); raw chicken leg meat (47F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese blocks (47F - Cold Holding); whole raw pig (47F - Cold Holding); sausage parillera (47F - Cold Holding); blood sausage (47F - Cold Holding); pork sausage (47F - Cold Holding); raw tripe (45F - Cold Holding); beef sirloin (47F - Cold Holding)as per staff from previous day and some from the 23rd and 24th of current month. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 chlorine sanitizing dishwasher machine 0ppm. While conducting inspection technician repair the machine , tested at 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink by grill station. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at 3 compartment sink area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed both handles at walk in cooler units with food debris/soil residues. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed tile missing over preparation area at cooking line above reach in cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed all throughout the kitchen preparation areas and ware washing. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at preparation tables at different counters of the kitchen and cooking area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed doors in poor repair at both walk in coolers. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at ware washing area and behind the equipments in that area. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed heavily pitted floor at cooking line. **Warning**
36-12-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed exposed studs and sheetrock missing at wall next to reach in cooler wall. **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. **Warning**
36-68-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at chest freezer at pastries preparation area and unit at ware washing area as well. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets at reach in cooler at cook line, also at both walk in cooler units. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at unit by cook line. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. **Warning**
24-11-4
21
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
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
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
29
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease clogged by the grill. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: At the time of the callback inspection handwashing sink by the grill with grease debris around. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed all cutting boards with heavy cut marks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed all cutting boards with heavy cut marks. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By the bathrooms. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. By the bathrooms. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance of the walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the entrance of the walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Open dumpster lid. **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-11: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By the dishwasher and 3 compartment sinks. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
55
Jun 10, 2024
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near grill blocked by container with ash from stove. Manager moved container. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease at the grill line and containers blocking handwashing sink at the prep station. **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hands wash sink next to grill with tongs inside, and a container stored inside hand wash sink in front of walk in cooler. Manager removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed handwashing sink blocked by grease at the grill line and containers blocking handwashing sink at the prep station. **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: No soap at the grill and prep area. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area. **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with sauces in them with no label stored in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-10: Observed containers of sugar and flour with no name label. **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
39
Jan 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 10 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put new gloves on without washing hands. Employee was trained on proper glove change procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch raw meat products and proceed to touch tongs. Employee was coached on proper glove changing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink near grill blocked by container with ash from stove. Manager moved container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hands wash sink next to grill with tongs inside, and a container stored inside hand wash sink in front of walk in cooler. Manager removed items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Gabriel Ricco without a manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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/ As per Person In Charge, there is no certified food manager in the establishment at the time of the inspection.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep area.
31B-03-4
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. **Repeat Violation**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with sanitizer not labeled.
41-17-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on chest freezer located in the dishwasher area.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice scream scoop in standing water at 71 F.
10-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exterior door near restrooms.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed floor not smooth in kitchen area.
36-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.Observed the two ice machines soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles in reach in cooler soiled located at pastry station.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles above dish machine area and above walk in cooler entrance. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone chargers stored above prep station near dish area. Employee removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fans soiled with dust, hood filters soiled with grease, gaskets soiled in reach in cooler at prep station, reach in freezer next to dish area soiled with slime around gaskets, walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled in the dishwasher area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored to dry near mop sink.
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at least one towel at every station not in sanitizer solution.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeeze bottle with sauces in them with no label stored in kitchen.
02D-01-5
14
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled soda nozzle. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed utensils stored inside hand wash sink inside kitchen. Operator removed utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
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/
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside both ice machines. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cups stored inside sugar and rice containers under prep table inside kitchen. Operator removed them. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed over ice machine.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside Walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed carrots bag stored on Walk in cooler floor. Operator removed bag. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop in standing water at 80°F on reach In cooler in kitchen. Operator removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
47
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed Manager did not know how to calibrate probe thermometer. Manager was trained by Inspector how to do it. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade inside ware washing area.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent inside kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed employee drinking from an open container.
12B-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets thorn inside kitchen.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil plastic container stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed it from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside kitchen and inside Restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets inside meat cook line. Also, observed soiled Walk in cooler fan cover. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on reach in cooler inside kitchen. Employee stored towel inside bucket with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container inside Bar. Operator labeled it. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Knife Steak House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Knife Steak House on file is from Dec 22, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Knife Steak House?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Knife Steak House.
How does The Knife Steak House compare to other restaurants in Doral?
The Knife Steak House most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Doral average of 74.
Has The Knife Steak House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Knife Steak House have averaged around 11 violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Knife Steak House 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 The Knife Steak House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Knife Steak House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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