Tj's Southern Kitchen

860 Ne 79 St Ste B, Miami, FL 33138

American

Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025

Score

High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Tj's Southern Kitchen stretching back to 2023. On Oct 21, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Establishment has no written procedures for employees” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Tj's Southern Kitchen trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 21, 2025

Routine - Food

7 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed can sodas and plastic bottles of juices stored inside hand sink not accessible for wash hands. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-07-5

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.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white cutting board at three compartment sink.

22-02-4

Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.

50-03-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Repeat Violation**

31B-04-4

Mar 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jun 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

11-27-4

Feb 10, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tj's Southern Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tj's Southern Kitchen on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tj's Southern Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tj's Southern Kitchen.

How does Tj's Southern Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Tj's Southern Kitchen most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Tj's Southern Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tj's Southern Kitchen have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Tj's Southern Kitchen 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 Tj's Southern Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tj's Southern Kitchen is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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