Inspection Report

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KAM WOW

12895 SW 42 ST · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 331753435

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 5, 2024
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3421018
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8625104
DBPR license2325263

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority1 Intermediate11 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical15 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#12High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked ribs at reach in cooler at cook line.

#13High Priority01B-02-5

High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager since previous day.

Stop Sale
#14High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F – Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per manager since previous day.

Intermediate 1

#15Intermediate53A-07-6

Intermediate – No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed Adam hired more than 30 days with no manager certificate.

Basic 11

#1Basic36-37-5

Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage and warewashing areas.

#2Basic35A-03-4

Basic – Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under spray sink at ware washing area. Observed 2 dead roaches inside bathroom, 1 behind the door and the other inside the cabinet. Operator discarded dead roaches. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#3Basic08B-49-4

Basic – Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee beverage at wine reach in cooler.

#4Basic35B-01-4

Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap on top and bottom of back exit door next to the bathroom.

#5Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with accumulation of grease next to the 3 compartment sink.

#6Basic36-17-5

Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 1 tile cracked at sushi station and 1 at cook line.

#7Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near cook line.

#8Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at reach in freezers.

#9Basic29-08-4

Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed cold water not working when valve open at kitchen hand washing sink. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#10Basic36-30-4

Basic – Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at sushi station near reach in cooler.

#11Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with old food debris at dining area.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 10, 2026 1:13 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
2 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
5 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

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