Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen
Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen nine times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Sep 9, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 13 violations per visit versus roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Miami facility scores 74, putting Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray and drain cleaner stored on same shelf as food and equipment. Operator moved on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knives on magnet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to back kitchen door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in cooler across triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and flour in kitchen with no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
41
Sep 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray and drain cleaner stored on same shelf as food and equipment. Operator moved on site. **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on floor at front counter. Observed 1 live roach on wall at back door exit. Observed 1 live roach above triple sink on to go containers. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed to go bag in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-15-4
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knives on magnet. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in cooler across triple sink. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar and flour in kitchen with no label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed next to back kitchen door. **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under mop sink. Observed 1 dead roach on wall above hand sink in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
29
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm). **Repeat Violation**
22-42-4
High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed at front line floor area, along the walls.
41-25-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 86F at grill. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
36-17-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled behind equipment at front and and at rear kitchen area.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease buildup. Observed reach cooler and freezer gaskets soiled with food crumb build up. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of both microwaves soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter and rear kitchen prep tables. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
50
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser and soap containers stored next to blender at shelf under preparation table.
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed grape leaves (47 F - Cold Holding); tabule salad (50 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator added ice to ice bath to help cooling down. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed the wheat inside of soiled container.
08B-27-4
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25 ppm).
22-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled front counter. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a single service small cup inside of salt container. Operator removed the SS cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled.
23-24-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At front counter.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach cooler gasket torn front counter.
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable under mop sink and three
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with tahini stored on floor at preparation area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 100 F at grill. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gasket soiled located front counter and preparation area.
23-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed falafel inside of bread plastic bags at reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
25-32-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
36-50-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25 ppm). Operator started to put more chlorine. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-07-4
26
Nov 7, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed the kibble inside of black bag at reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Observed the kibble inside of black bag at reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: OObserved the kibble inside of pita bread bags at reach in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
86
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed falafels balls inside of thank bag at standing reach in cooler preparation area. Operator was informed that they need to change the bag. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Observed falafels balls inside of black bag at standing reach in cooler preparation area. **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. About mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. About mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. One located next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. One located next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation tables kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Observed at preparation tables kitchen area. ** **Time Extended**
21-12-4
64
Oct 5, 2023
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine + 200 ppm). Operator changed the sanitizer solution, final concentration 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Lamb (105 F - Hot Holding); chicken kabob (109-122 F - Hot Holding); kibbe (112 F - Hot Holding); cooked potatoes (115 F - Hot Holding); falafel (103 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than one hour. And white rice (120 F - Hot Holding) at kitchen area. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator started to moved the products to the grill to reheat them and moved the rice to the stove to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fattouch (48 F - Cold Holding); grapes leave (48 F - Cold Holding); Greek salad (60 F - Cold Holding); hummus (56 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator added more ice for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. The license was paid. Validation number 238425481. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed the kibble inside of black bag at reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil inside of water at 85° F kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-05-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by chair. The chair was moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at reach in cooler front counter. And one green at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed sesame sauce stored on floor chicken area. And plastic bottles of water and oil container stored on floor under shelf at kitchen area. Operator moved the products to a shelf. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-36-5
22
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed falafels balls inside of thank bag at standing reach in cooler preparation area. Operator was informed that they need to change the bag. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored on the top of beans at reach in freezer. Operator was informed that the products need to be relocated. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over cooked lentils and cooked chicken. Operator relocated the raw fish. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed feta cheese (51 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for less than three hours. And raw chicken (53 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than three hours. Operator moved the cheese to the bottom part for rapid cooling and moved the raw chicken to another reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler and freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. One located next to ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at preparation area. Operator removed the towel. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in used utensil handle touching the salt. Operator removed the utensil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. One white at front counter and one green at preparation area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. About mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation tables kitchen area. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed kibbles not covered at reach in freezer. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a bag with single service articles stored on floor. Operator moved the single service articles. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
25-05-4
26
Jan 20, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen.
How does Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Yalla Yalla Lebanese 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 Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Yalla Yalla Lebanese Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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