Turkish Vip Lounge
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
86
Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Turkish Vip Lounge stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 19, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Turkish Vip Lounge is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic container inside of the kitchen hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink set up as wash, sanitize, rinse. Coached employee, to set up correctly. Wash, rinse and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
86
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda without manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda without manager certification. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-06: Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda unable to provided manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
90
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda without manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda without manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
90
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed kitchen hand washing sink used as a dump sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Yadaika Balmaseda without manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink not used correctly no sanitizer used. Manager instructed employee to set up three compartment sink correctly **Corrective Action Taken**
16-13-5
78
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.observed reach in cooler with ice buildup located in the storage area . **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed inside of the reach freezer soiled
22-16-4
90
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken at 56 F according to manager stored in reach in cooler since yesterday
01B-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of apples stored on the stove area floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside of the glass reach in cooler.
14-69-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
74
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test kit onsite. Employee provided it. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.observed a plastic basket on top of the kitchen hand washing sink. Employee took container. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on wall next to the mop sink located in the kitchen area.
36-24-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
74
Sep 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Jun 12, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager Sandra Musibay without a food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen walls soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
82
Sep 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a tray on top of the area B hand washing sink.
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on top of prep area.
40-06-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind ice machine soiled.
36-27-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Turkish Vip Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Turkish Vip Lounge on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Turkish Vip Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Turkish Vip Lounge.
How does Turkish Vip Lounge compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Turkish Vip Lounge most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Turkish Vip Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Turkish Vip Lounge have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Turkish Vip Lounge 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 Turkish Vip Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Turkish Vip Lounge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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