Inspection Report

Emergency Closure InspectionDBPR disposition: Emergency order recommended
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HONG KONG RESTAURANT

10720 W FLAGLER ST #15 · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33174

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateSeptember 5, 2017
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency order recommended
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number2739982
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID6383787
DBPR license2316174

Emergency Closure Summary

ClosedSeptember 5, 2017 1:18 PM
StatusReopened after callback/compliance
ReopenedSeptember 6, 2017 8:29 AM
Record basisDBPR weekly closure extract
Closure conditionRoach activity

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
7 High Priority5 Intermediate8 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical20 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

20 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 7

#9High Priority12A-04-5

High Priority – Employee handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean dishes or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cleaning drain then engaged in food preparation without washing hands.

#10High Priority01B-12-4

High Priority – Food contaminated by employees. Employee touched soiled drain then engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Noodles must be discarded. See stop sale.

Stop Sale
#11High Priority08A-21-4

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler.

#12High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches underneath preparation table in the corner. Also, 1 live roach in reach in cooler by cooking area.

#13High Priority35A-18-4

High Priority – Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed rub marks from ceiling down the floor, in kitchen area by employee bathroom.

#14High Priority28-26-4

High Priority – Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains in kitchen area when preparation sink is in use.

#15High Priority01B-13-4

High Priority – Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee touched soiled drain then engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Noodles must be discarded.

Stop Sale

Intermediate 5

#16Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves, gaskets and the inside soiled.

#17Intermediate11-03-4

Intermediate – Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of importance of hand washing.

#18Intermediate53A-01-5

Intermediate – Manager lacking proof of food manager certification. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. Manager couldn't find certification.

#19Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at kitchen handwash sink. Manager added paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#20Intermediate53B-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. Manager couldn't find training for employees.

Basic 8

#1Basic36-06-4

Basic – Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboards on walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

#2Basic14-05-4

Basic – Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used on reach in cooler shelves.

#3Basic08B-45-4

Basic – Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Observed boxes of produce stored on the walk in cooler floor.

#4Basic36-32-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling with opening, holes and missing tiles.

#5Basic24-26-4

Basic – Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cutting board on the floor.

#6Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cup by clean plates.

#7Basic08B-12-4

Basic – Food stored in holding unit and walk in cooler not covered.

#8Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 11, 2026 2:30 AM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
2 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
3 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
2 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 28 · Sewage and wastewater disposal
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.