Chicken Kitchen
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
70
Score
Chicken Kitchen, located at 400 S Dixie Hwy in Coral Gables, FL, had a moderate-risk inspection on January 16, 2026. During this inspection, one critical violation was noted regarding hot holding temperatures for time/temperature control for safety foods, which were found below 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Additional violations included an employee beverage container on a food preparation table and an in-use utensil stored improperly in a dry rice container, which was a repeat violation.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter steam table teriyaki chicken (117F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (116F - Hot Holding); black beans (128F - Hot Holding). As per operator for less than 1 hour. Operator increased heat to begin reheating. **Repeat Violation**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter hand sink used to store soiled dishes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle at front counter prep table next to portioned sauces. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
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 scoop handles in contact with dry rice at storage area. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
70
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter cold display tomato vinegrette (51F - Cold Holding); as per operator less than 2 hours. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front display hot table, black beans (128F - Hot Holding), as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator increased heat. Observed at rear kitchen hot box , corn (120F - Hot Holding); teriyaki chicken (120F). As per operator for less than 4 hours, operator increased heat.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter hand sink used as dump sink with food remnants inside.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at can opener.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed at front counter reach in cooler gasket broken.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at front line floors and under grill, grease build up.
36-73-4
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 at dry storage area in a container of rice. Operator stored correctly. Observed at walk in cooler in a container of minced onions. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled at grill line with heavy grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed next to walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
47
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
52
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed at front counter Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500+ppm). Operator added water to dilute Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 200ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at floor in front counter area between grills and cabinets. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
82
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Oct 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At the time of the inspection observed 4 employees present.
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed at the front service counter . **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed for the food containers stored on the storage shelf by the 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at the cookline between hot cabinet and grill.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hot cabinet gaskets soiled with food debris. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for the single serve food containers stored on the dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
70
Jun 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
61
May 22, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
82
May 2, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed between grill hot cabinet,by the cookline.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed by the mop sink. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
70
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside the front counter reach in cooler.
29-49-6
95
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