TKL FOOD

Based on 7 health inspections, TKL FOOD in NORTH MIAMI has earned a 3.8/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 2 weeks ago · 7 reports on file

12475 NE 6 CT

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★½☆ (3.8/5)
Based on 7 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/20/2026· 2w ago

Visit ID: 13631868

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 3 basic

  • 29-09-4:Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Faucet handle in disrepair at handwashing sink.
  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
  • 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed preparation table blocking hand washing sink.

10/24/2025· 4mo ago

Visit ID: 10919870

Follow-up Inspection Required

1 high, 7 int, 2 basic

  • 16-13-5:Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Explained to dishwasher employee touching ready Wash Rinse and Sanitize. Warning
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Dirty wiping cloth not stored in sanitizer solution bucket. Warning
  • 09-01-4:High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee touching ready to eat Shrimp with bare hand. Employee washed hands a wear gloves. Corrected On-Site Warning
  • 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. No written procedures for employees to follow in response to vomiting and diarrhea event.. Warning
  • 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink block by preparation table. Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
  • 53A-05-6: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/ Warning
  • 31A-01-4:Intermediate - No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Warning
  • 53B-01-5: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. 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. No employee responsibility agreement to report food borne illnesses. Warning

5/6/2025· 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8836313

Met Inspection Standards

2 int, 1 basic

  • 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
  • 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. Poster was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 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. Form was provided to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11/8/2024· 1y 4mo ago

  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed

9/26/2024· 1y 5mo ago

1 int

  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-26: On 9/26/2024 at the time of the callback inspection waiting on exam day. **Time Extended**

7/22/2024· 1y 7mo ago

3 int, 1 basic

  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth not in sanitizer solution between uses. Manager corrected it. Corrected On-Site
  • 53A-01-7:Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels provided.
  • 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. Establishment offering under cooked hamburger. Poster was provided to operator. Corrected On-Site

1/26/2024· 2y 1mo ago

Visit ID: 8595134

Met Inspection Standards
  • N/A:No Violations Were Observed