YALLA YALLA LEBANESE KITCHEN
Southwest 85th Street
Kendall, Florida, 33143
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.7/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/21/2025
High Priority
2
Intermediate
0
Basic
8
Total
10
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at front counter and rear kitchen prep tables. Repeat Violation
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled behind equipment at front and and at rear kitchen area.
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen area.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 86F at grill. Repeat Violation
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of both microwaves soiled. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4: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
- 22-42-4:High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 25ppm). Repeat Violation
- 41-25-4:High Priority - Tracking powder pesticide used inside establishment. Observed at front line floor area, along the walls.
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/21/2025 revealed 10 total violations (2 high priority, 0 intermediate, 8 basic).
Inspection on 8/27/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
13
Total
18
Inspection Details:
- 14-01-5: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
- 23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave door handles soiled.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At front counter.
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach cooler gasket torn front counter.
- 36-11-4:Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable under mop sink and three
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container with tahini stored on floor at preparation area. Repeat Violation
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 100 F at grill. Repeat Violation
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4: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.
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed falafel inside of bread plastic bags at reach in freezer. Repeat Violation
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled.
- 21-07-4: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**
- 22-42-4: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).
- 08B-27-4:High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed the wheat inside of soiled container.
- 03A-02-5: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
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed degreaser and soap containers stored next to blender at shelf under preparation table.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled front counter. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/27/2024 revealed 18 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 11/7/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-31-5: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**
Food safety inspection conducted on 11/7/2023 revealed 1 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 10/6/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-36-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. **Time Extended**
- 14-31-5: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**
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Repeat Violation Warning **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: 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 **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/6/2023 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 10/6/2023
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
4
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5: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**
- 50-09-4: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**
- 14-36-5: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**
- 21-12-4: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**
- 14-31-5: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**
- 53A-03-7: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**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/6/2023 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 10/5/2023
High Priority
6
Intermediate
4
Basic
4
Total
14
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4: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
- 08B-38-4: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
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Warning
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Repeat Violation Warning
- 10-05-5: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
- 14-31-5: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
- 50-17-3: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
- 03A-02-5: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
- 03B-01-6: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
- 41-27-4: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
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled. Warning
- 31A-09-4: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
- 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Repeat Violation Warning
- 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. Repeat Violation Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/5/2023 revealed 14 total violations (6 high priority, 4 intermediate, 4 basic).
Inspection on 8/7/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
2
Basic
11
Total
17
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. About mop sink. Repeat Violation Warning
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning
- 14-09-4: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
- 10-01-5: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
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at preparation area. Operator removed the towel. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. One located next to ice machine. Repeat Violation Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled front counter. Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler and freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues. Warning
- 25-05-4: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
- 08B-12-5:Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed kibbles not covered at reach in freezer. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at preparation tables kitchen area. Warning
- 14-31-5: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
- 08A-02-6: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-05-6: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
- 03A-02-5: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
- 53A-03-7: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
- 53B-02-5: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
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/7/2023 revealed 17 total violations (4 high priority, 2 intermediate, 11 basic).