Kay's Island Grill
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
50
Score
Kay's Island Grill, located at 18587 Nw 27 Ave in Miami Gardens, FL, had a high-risk inspection on March 18, 2026, with a score of 50. This inspection identified one critical, three major, and five minor violations. Previous inspections for Kay's Island Grill have also predominantly resulted in high-risk classifications.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
50
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
29
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
43
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
41
Oct 11, 2024
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
74
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
35
Nov 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Violations — Mar 18, 2026 Inspection
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in back of kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation throughout establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on floor outside of kitchen in hall. Observed 1 live roach across mop sink on sheet tray. Observed 1 live roach above triple sink in utensils container in kitchen area. Observed 12 live roaches on wooden spatulas above triple sink in kitchen area. Observed 3 live roaches inside of oven in kitchen area. Observed 5 live roaches behind cove molding at kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches on rice bag next to kitchen entrance. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on prep table in kitchen area. Observed 6 live roaches inside of gaskets in reach in cooler next to cook line in kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: Observed 3 live roaches behind fridge in kitchen area across cook line. Observed 2 live roaches under Oreo table next to cook line in kitchen area. Observed 1 live roach on bowls under Oreo table across cook line in kitchen area. Observed 2 live roaches crawling on stove at cook line. **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
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 sent via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no certificate; kerlyne. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 no training for any associates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-18: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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