Wu's Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Wu's Kitchen nine times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 28, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around five violations to closer to eight violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 68, which Wu's Kitchen's 41 doesn't quite reach. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler, lentil soup (54F - Cooling) as per operator since last night.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed at reach in cooler, lentil soup (54F - Cooling) as per operator since last night. Operator removed to discard.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit available.
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 for containers of cooked ground beef, marinated chicken, cooked lentils and octopus in reach in coolers.
02C-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at rear kitchen standing reach in freezer.
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of plastic water bottles, plastic gallons of cooking oil and pot of soup stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at cook line. Operator removed to clean.
14-42-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line in containers of water of 73F.
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter hand sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for containers of cut lettuce and diced tomatoes in prep reach in cooler
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters with grease build up.
36-50-4
41
Sep 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw chicken, raw beef stored on top of cooked pork and beef strips. **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at microwave.
22-08-4
67
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed at reach in freezer raw chicken, raw beef stored with cooked pork and beef strips.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in containers of sugar and rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a crate of onions stored on floor. Operator removed and stored onto shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at reach in freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at mini ice machine.
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed at hood filter soiled with grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go tray not inverted at top shelf of cook line.
25-06-4
58
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in chest reach in freezer raw pork, beef and chicken stored together not separated.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine test kit. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean drinking glasses stored under soap dispenser next to hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at exit door in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
70
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored in the kitchen unit. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
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 tea from open cup at the cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-12-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed in the chest reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers located on the storage shelf opposite cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed for the cooked chicken ,beef and pork located in the prep reach in cooler.
08B-12-5
61
Feb 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: Operator purchased quaternary strips in error. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-08: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
86
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp,fish located in the large chest freezer. **Warning**
08A-17-6
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Observed for Jianchao W, Rongfa W. Zhongxian W, as per operator all working at the establishment for more than two months. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the togo food containers located on shelf opposite cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jug containing cooking oil stored on the floor by the ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed on the prep counter. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the chest unit. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Warning**
35B-01-4
43
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken cooked 2 days ago without date marking.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents by the three compartment sink greasy.
36-34-5
86
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container with no handle using sugar. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Sauce container on the floor in the kitchen area. The operator removed the sauce. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wu's Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wu's Kitchen on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wu's Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Wu's Kitchen.
How does Wu's Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?
Wu's Kitchen most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Coral Gables average of 68.
Has Wu's Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wu's Kitchen have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Wu's 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 Wu's Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wu's Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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