Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
55
Score
Inspectors have visited Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 16, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Water with a temperature” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen's latest score of 55 falls below the Miami average of 74. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager not knowing correct concentration of chlorine and quaternary. Coached manager on correct procedure.
53A-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed HWS between RICs with a water temperature of 79F. Ran water for five minutes.
27-16-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on floor at front counter.
36-22-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed DM too soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed RIC gasket at front counter in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed HWS between RICs slowly draining.
29-20-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed hot water knob at 3CS leaking.
29-11-4
55
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Per manager dishwashing machine is currently in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Per manager dishwasher sill in disrepair. **Time Extended**
16-59-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 82F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a of max 79F, the triple sink at 81F, running water for 5 minutes. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 81F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a max 80F, the triple sink at 79F, running water for 5 minutes. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observe hws at 79F in front area and at 80F in the back area, ran water for over 5 minutes for both. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-14: Per operator water is still in repair. Observe hws at 79F in front area. **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
82
Dec 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Per manager dishwashing machine is currently in disrepair. **Time Extended**
16-59-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 82F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a of max 79F, the triple sink at 81F, running water for 5 minutes. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 81F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a max 80F, the triple sink at 79F, running water for 5 minutes. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Observe hws at 79°F in front area and at 80°F in the back area, ran water for over 5 minutes for both. **Admin Complaint**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in coolers with the handles in disrepair in the front area. Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed several reach in coolers with the handles in disrepair in the front area. Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-17: Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
78
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 82F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a of max 79F, the triple sink at 81F, running water for 5 minutes. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 81F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a max 80F, the triple sink at 79F, running water for 5 minutes. **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Time Extended**
16-59-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in coolers with the handles in disrepair in the front area. Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-05: Observed several reach in coolers with the handles in disrepair in the front area. Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
78
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 3 different bottles of chemicals stored next to bread mixer. Manager removed chemicals and placed in chemical storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager was unable to answer the proper way of calibrating thermometer, coached on the spot. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-14-4
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. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink in between the reach in freezers not easily accessible. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a scrub and towel inside the sink basin of hand-wash sink in the back area near exit door. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed dishwasher reading at 0ppm. The connection to washer was not working properly, per manager needs to replace the hose. **Warning**
16-59-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed handwash sink reaching a max of 82°F while running for over 5 minutes for the handwash sink near exit door. Also observed the handwash sink between reach in coolers at a of max 79°F, the triple sink at 81°F, running water for 5 minutes. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal water bottle stored near orange juice press in the front counter. Manager removed and placed in a segregated spot. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed male employee wearing a watch while prepping food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed several reach in coolers with the handles in disrepair in the front area. Also observed the door gasket in disrepair, of the double stack reach in cooler that is closer to front counter. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in front area. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper towels stored on the floor inside employee bathroom. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle with water not labeled at the front prep table. **Warning**
02D-01-5
32
Apr 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 - 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.
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef be thawed in room temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed Boxes of produce on kitchen floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
70
Aug 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose at 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-05: **Time Extended**
29-37-4
86
Jul 29, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
47
Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Underneath three compartment sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of grease underneath fryer.
36-73-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
21-09-4
64
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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 - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels to all employees hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-33-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Frozen beef being thawed in standing water.
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed AC leaking water to the floor kitchen area.
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “water with a temperature” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen.
How does Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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