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TJ KITCHEN

Food safety records indicate TJ KITCHEN in MIAMI has 11 inspections with a 3.2/5 overall rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

15327 NW 7 AVE

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.2/5)
Based on 11 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

Inspection Date: 9/2/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13508166

  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-02: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-02: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/29/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13504420

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line , 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 5 dead roaches in the lobby reach in cooler, 5 dead roaches on the floor in the lobby, 3 dead roaches on the floor corner by the reach in cooler, 3 dead roaches inside the gaskets of the reach in freezer, and 1 dead roach on the floor by the storage rack. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: At the time of the callback inspection observed 1 dead roach in the rice cooker, 1 dead roach under storage shelves and 1 dead roach in the bathroom. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: At the time of the callback inspection observed 2 dead roaches in the reach in cooler, 5 dead roaches on the floor in the lobby, 2 dead roaches under the front counter, approximately 10+ dead roaches throughout the floor in the kitchen, and 2 dead roaches under the AC unit. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 3 live roaches on the floor in the lobby, 1 live roach underneath the cambro at the front counter, 1 live roach by the bread mixer, 1 live roach on the floor by the store, 1 live roach on the floor by the reach in cooler, and one live roach on the wall by dry storage shelves. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: At the time of the callback inspection observed 3 live roaches under the prep table in the kitchen, 3 live roaches crawling on the chairs of the lobby, 1 live roach under the front counter. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: At the time of the callback inspection observed 1 live roach on the wall in the lobby. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/26/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13500118

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line , 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 5 dead roaches in the lobby reach in cooler, 5 dead roaches on the floor in the lobby, 3 dead roaches on the floor corner by the reach in cooler, 3 dead roaches inside the gaskets of the reach in freezer, and 1 dead roach on the floor by the storage rack. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: At the time of the callback inspection observed 1 dead roach in the rice cooker, 1 dead roach under storage shelves and 1 dead roach in the bathroom. **Time Extended**
  • 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 3 live roaches on the floor in the lobby, 1 live roach underneath the cambro at the front counter, 1 live roach by the bread mixer, 1 live roach on the floor by the store, 1 live roach on the floor by the reach in cooler, and one live roach on the wall by dry storage shelves. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: At the time of the callback inspection observed 3 live roaches under the prep table in the kitchen, 3 live roaches crawling on the chairs of the lobby, 1 live roach under the front counter. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/21/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13498683

  • 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line , 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 5 dead roaches in the lobby reach in cooler, 5 dead roaches on the floor in the lobby, 3 dead roaches on the floor corner by the reach in cooler, 3 dead roaches inside the gaskets of the reach in freezer, and 1 dead roach on the floor by the storage rack. **Time Extended**
  • 40-06-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. **Time Extended**
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. **Time Extended**
  • 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line. Admin Complaint - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-21: At the time of the callback inspection observed 3 live roaches on the floor in the lobby, 1 live roach underneath the cambro at the front counter, 1 live roach by the bread mixer, 1 live roach on the floor by the store, 1 live roach on the floor by the reach in cooler, and one live roach on the wall by dry storage shelves. **Time Extended**

Inspection Date: 8/20/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10924461

  • 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board with heavy cut marks. Operator discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on the floor by reach in freezer located across from cook line, approximately 5+ dead roaches on the wall behind floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 5 dead roaches on top of the reach in freezer located across from cook line , 1 dead roach in the bathroom, approximately 5+ dead roaches in the lobby. Warning Warning
  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored with restaurant food. Warning
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Admin Complaint
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the kitchen. Warning
  • 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed front counter storage area not organized. Observed car seats, mattress and bed spring in the hallway of the bathroom. Warning
  • 03D-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 white rice (48F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator, prepared on previous night. Warning
  • 01B-07-4:High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 2 cans of tomato paste open with mold inside. Admin Complaint
  • 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under prep table located at kitchen. Observed 4 live roach by reach in cooler located across from cook line. Observed 2 live roach on the floor mounted bread maker in kitchen, 3 live roaches on the wall behind bread maker, 2 live roaches crawling on the shelves where baking soda and seasonings are stored located across from cook line. Admin Complaint
  • 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night,as per operator. Stop sale issued Observed white rice (48F - Cooling) at reach in cooler. As per operator, prepared on previous night. Admin Complaint
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler over night,as per operator. Stop sale issued Admin Complaint

Inspection Date: 6/16/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10774570

  • 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed owner meals in the reach in cooler stored above restaurant food items. Operator placed items on the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on the oven door. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets reach in cooler soiled.
  • 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed ginger stored on a non food grade bag in the reach in freezer. Operator removed and placed in a ziplock bag. Corrected On-Site
  • 08A-14-5:High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat buns in the reach in cooler. Discussed with operator how to properly organize items. provided handout of storage location. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/6/2025

  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of flour on the floor by the mixer. Corrected On-Site
  • 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed a pair of tongs on the oven door. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Discussed with the operator and provided hand washing sign. Corrected On-Site
  • 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed underneath the three compartment sink water leaking into a pan.
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 cutting boards soiled. Observed operator discard the cutting boards during the inspection. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/17/2024

  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Operator cleaned during the inspection. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Ware wash area. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 5/6/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8613950

  • 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Shelf by the three compartment sink: card board on a shelf underneath seasoning and can goods. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Large mixer soiled in the kitchen. Observed employee cleaning during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen, by the three compartment sink. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 2/16/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8500213

  • 08B-47-4:Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Kitchen: bottle of barbecue sauce stored on the floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom nearby the kitchen. inspector provided the sign to the operator. Operator posted the sign during the inspection. Operator posted the sign. Corrected On-Site

Inspection Date: 9/14/2023

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8344206

  • 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Front counter and kitchen area. Observed employee cleaning the floor during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Front counter: bag of flour stored on the floor. Corrected On-Site
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Large restroom. Inspector provided the sign, operator posted. Corrected On-Site
  • 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Both reach in coolers in the kitchen, soiled at the bottom with food debris. Employee started cleaning the reach in coolers. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 33-34-4:Basic - Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Front counter, miscellaneous items and multiple bags of bed spreads and clothing stored in the hallway nearby the restrooms.
  • 11-27-4: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. Discussed with the operator and provided the clean-up plan. Corrected On-Site
  • 11-26-1: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. Discussed with the operator and provided the handout. Employees signed during the inspection. Corrected On-Site

Additional Information

Google Rating

★★★★½ (4.7/5)
(3 reviews)

Features

✓ Restaurant

Restaurant Features

Takeout
Delivery
Dine-in
Wheelchair Accessible
Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025

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