Tik Tea
Last inspected: Jan 15, 2025
47
Score
Tik Tea appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Tik Tea on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce inside reach in cooler in back area.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in back area near door. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing cleaning substance not labeled under prep table.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located in back area.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup with no handle stored inside containers of flour and sugar. Operator removed cups. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled with dust above shelf in back prep area.
36-34-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor near front counter. Operator picked up bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service bowls stored on floor in kitchen. Operator picked up box and placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef stored uncovered inside of reach in freezer in back area.
08B-12-5
47
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon and blender top stored inside of hand sink at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment has no chemical test kit for chlorine. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef with no date mark inside of standing reach in cooler in kitchen area. As per operator beef was made 24 hours ago.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle stored inside containers of sugar and flour under prep table in back kitchen.
14-01-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket stored on floor near front counter.
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of reach in freezer at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour not labeled in back prep area.
02D-01-5
61
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp over ice cream stored inside the standing reach in freezer, located at the dry storage. Operator removed items, and placed them correctly.
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty kitchen utensils inside the hand sink, located at front counter. Operator removed dirty kitchen utensils. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer, located at front counter.
14-69-4
Basic - Observed interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
22-08-4
64
Jan 17, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris, located at preparation area.
22-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at front counter.
29-49-6
86
Nov 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning**
51-16-7
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 with employee and provided printed forms. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinking cup stored on top of preparation table near hand sink at front counter. Employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed bottom of the reach in cooler soiled, located by the dry storage. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to go plates stored on the floor at dry storage area, also a box of to go cups stored on the floor near reach in cooler located at front counter. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, located at cook line **Warning**
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wiping cloth on top of preparation table at back kitchen. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
43
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects near front counter
35A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over ready to. Eat chicken in reach-in cooler in kitchen area. Operator removed shelled eggs to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to provide proof of CFM. Operator stated she has been here for a little more than a month and is going through the training and will take the exam in the near future. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Operator unable to. Provide proof of employee food safety training. Operator stated she has an employee that has been here for approx 2 years but other manager took the training certificates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment has raw salmon for poke bowl on menu but no consumer advisory observed. Printed out a consumer advisory for operator and operator posted it **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on reach-in cooler next to kitchen entry door. Also, ice build up in reach-in cooler across from display case. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Sealed Box with single use cups stored on floor in front service area. **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
45
Jan 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tik Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tik Tea on file is from Jan 15, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tik Tea?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tik Tea.
How does Tik Tea compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Tik Tea most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Tik Tea's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tik Tea have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tik Tea 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 Tik Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tik Tea is inspected around three times per year on average.
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