KINGSTON DELIGHT
1340 NE 163 ST
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.0/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 1/13/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
6
Total
8
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used as liners in the reach in cooler.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In the wear-washing area.
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water at the front counter. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-16-4:Basic - Observed reach-in freezers interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues in the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed 3 compartment sink leaking in the kitchen. Observed steam table at the front counter with a leak.
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen and bathroom. Operator placed new roll. Corrected On-Site
- 22-38-5:Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no bleach in the establishment, operator went to the store and bought. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/13/2025 revealed 8 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 8/28/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
2
Total
3
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Time Extended**
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ribs (104F - Hot Holding) stored on the steam table for less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Item was reheated. Observed Jamaican patty (112F - Hot Holding) placed on the hot box for 2 hours, operator turned the heat up. Observed cooked cabbage (125F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for less than 4 hours, operator reheated cooked cabbage (176F - Reheating). **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-28: Observed curry chicken (98F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove, operator reheated item. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/28/2024 revealed 3 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/27/2024
High Priority
6
Intermediate
2
Basic
5
Total
13
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Repeat Violation Warning
- 14-69-4:Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scooper in standing water, operator discarded water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Observed interior of reach in cooler and reach in freezer in the kitchen soiled. Warning
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 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 rice and peas (62F - Cooling) from last night, as per operator. Warning
- 01B-36-5:High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed rice and peas (62F - Cooling) from last night, as per operator. Warning
- 01A-03-4:High Priority - Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Observed Sweet potato pudding on the front counter, as per operator giving from an employee parent made at home. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shell egg (64F - Cold Holding); pigtail (62F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler overnight as per operator. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell egg (64F - Cold Holding); pigtail (62F - Cold Holding) stored in the reach in cooler overnight as per operator. 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 ribs (104F - Hot Holding) stored on the steam table for less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Item was reheated. Observed Jamaican patty (112F - Hot Holding) placed on the hot box for 2 hours, operator turned the heat up. Observed cooked cabbage (125F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the stove for less than 4 hours, operator reheated cooked cabbage (176F - Reheating). **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation Warning
- 12A-03-4:Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash his hands in the 3 compartment sink other than the handwashing sink. Educated employee. Warning
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed raw conch salad being sold with no consumer advisory. Printed out form for operator. Corrected On-Site Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/27/2024 revealed 13 total violations (6 high priority, 2 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 3/8/2024
High Priority
5
Intermediate
5
Basic
9
Total
19
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used as lining at all reach in coolers. Repeat Violation
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn at the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In the back kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Inside the kitchen. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed all reach in coolers and reach in freezer interior soiled. Repeat Violation
- 29-11-4:Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed handwashing sink the front counter with a leaking pipe.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In the kitchen. Operator stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 21-07-4:Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) stored at the front counter, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm). Corrected On-Site
- 36-10-4:Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under 3 compartment sink, under dry storage area, under stove and entrance to the back of the kitchen. Repeat Violation
- 08B-27-4:High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed rice, flour and beans in containers at dry storage area with exterior soiled.
- 10-05-5:High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons inside standing water of 72F at the front counter. Operator removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw fish touching Thank You bags inside the reach in freezer. Operator removed and placed in food grade clear bags. Corrected On-Site
- 08A-20-5:High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated raw chicken, raw pork, raw fish, and raw oxtails mixed all together inside the reach in freezer inside the kitchen.
- 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 ackee and salt fish (126F - Hot Holding); jerk chicken (128F - Hot Holding) place on the steam table 30 minutes before inspection. Operator reheated items. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing metal top at the handwashing sink at the front counter. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of the handwashing sink. Operator removed and stored properly. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 03F-10-5:Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment uses time for Jamaican patties, operator is unable to locate form. Provided new form to the operator. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Tarrell expired training on 1/13/24.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/8/2024 revealed 19 total violations (5 high priority, 5 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 10/30/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
10
Total
10
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Time Extended**
- 14-05-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining on the shelves throughout the kitchen and reach in coolers. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed no cardboard on dry storage area, but used in reach in coolers at the entrance of the kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-34-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout the kitchen and lobby soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed ceiling vents throughout the kitchen and lobby soiled. **Time Extended**
- 35B-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by the 3 compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed standing water by the 3 compartment sink. **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no light shield throughout the kitchen and entrance by the bathrooms in the lobby. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed no light shield throughout the kitchen and entrance by the bathrooms in the lobby. **Time Extended**
- 14-09-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the front counter. **Time Extended**
- 22-16-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Time Extended**
- 36-27-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall by the stove soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed the wall by the stove soiled. **Time Extended**
- 42-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the bucket by the mop sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Observed mop stored inside the bucket by the mop sink. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/30/2023 revealed 10 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 10 basic).
Inspection on 10/26/2023
High Priority
4
Intermediate
7
Basic
13
Total
24
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
- 14-05-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used as lining on the shelves throughout the kitchen and reach in coolers. Repeat Violation
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents throughout the kitchen and lobby soiled.
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by the 3 compartment sink.
- 08B-42-4:Basic - Food stored outside. Observed snapper, raw beef, raw chicken and other raw food items stored outside while thawing in a bin with water. Operator placed items back inside the establishment. Corrected On-Site
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 3 containers with utensils such as tongs, spatulas and spoons in 86F standing water in the front counter. Operator removed water, and placed in clean container. Corrected On-Site
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no light shield throughout the kitchen and entrance by the bathrooms in the lobby.
- 14-09-4:Basic - Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the front counter.
- 22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Repeat Violation
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed snapper, raw beef, raw chicken and other raw food items thawing in a bin with water stored outside.
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall by the stove soiled.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside the bucket by the mop sink.
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 to 8 live fruit flies on the dry storage shelves used to store beans, flour and dairy blends.
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 4 whole raw snappers thawing outside in a bin with water. While thawing observed 4 to 5 live flies inside the bag touching and landing on raw fish.
- 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 mackerel (112F - Hot Holding) in the hot steam table, as per operator cooked at 9AM. Operator reheated mackerel (167F - Reheated). Observed Jamaican patty (98F - Hot Holding), advise operator to reheat items. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 41-27-4:High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) stored on the front counter. Operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
- 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. Emailed form to operator.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of deep reach in freezer with heavy soiled. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the bathroom. Corrected On-Site
- 05-08-4:Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
- 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. Emailed form to operator.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in the bathroom sink. Operator placed new bottle inside. Corrected On-Site
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - Observed no chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/26/2023 revealed 24 total violations (4 high priority, 7 intermediate, 13 basic).
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Phone: (305) 957-7213
Google Rating
★★★½☆ (3.8/5)
(263 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025