Inspection Report

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DUMPLING HOUSE

8341 NW 12TH STREET · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33126

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateDecember 5, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3493534
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8859885
DBPR license2325026

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority4 Intermediate18 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical25 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#19High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon over cooked noodles. Observed raw pork over raw salmon and noodles. Observed raw shrimp above broccoli. Operator moved food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#20High Priority08A-17-6

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer – not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken frozen over vegetables **Warning**

Warning
#21High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand sanitizer stored on counter top with plates and seasonings. **Warning**

Warning

Intermediate 4

#22Intermediate31A-09-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink at front counter covered with sauces and to go boxes. **Warning**

Warning
#23Intermediate11-26-1

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. Observed no written form. Inspector emailed form to operator. **Warning**

Warning
#24Intermediate22-31-4

Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed reach in cooler with rusted surface on the inside. **Warning**

Warning
#25Intermediate53B-05-5

Intermediate – Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Xie Gui Zhen 08-20-24 and Cheng Huan Li 08-20-24. **Warning**

Warning

Basic 18

#1Basic16-03-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. **Warning**

Warning
#2Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**

Warning
#3Basic14-01-5

Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in rice as scoop. Operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#4Basic23-24-4

Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed all handles soiled throughout kitchen **Warning**

Warning
#5Basic36-34-5

Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area **Warning**

Warning
#6Basic32-12-5

Basic – Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed garbage can not covered in restroom. **Warning**

Warning
#7Basic50-09-4

Basic – Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**

Warning
#8Basic14-69-4

Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Warning**

Warning
#9Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed outside coo0ers soiled throughout kitchen. Observed surfaces on shelves for food and equipment storage soiled in kitchen. Observed fan and other air vents soiled with dust. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#10Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed multiple coolers and freezers soiled. **Warning**

Warning
#11Basic14-33-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple rusted shelves. **Warning**

Warning
#12Basic33-34-4

Basic – Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Observed entire kitchen unorganized on shelving units **Warning**

Warning
#13Basic08B-12-5

Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed chicken and vegetables in coolers not covered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#14Basic14-17-4

Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple shelves rusted. **Warning**

Warning
#15Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout entire kitchen area. **Warning**

Warning
#16Basic21-12-4

Basic – Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed cloth on cutting board. **Warning**

Warning
#17Basic21-30-4

Basic – Wiping cloth used for food spills also used for other purposes. Observed cloths under fryer to soak up grease. **Warning**

Warning
#18Basic36-10-4

Basic – Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor throughout entire kitchen area. **Warning**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 20, 2026 12:23 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
3 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
4 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
2 observation(s)
Category 21 · Wiping cloths, linens and laundry facilities
2 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
2 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
2 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
1 observation(s)
Category 32 · Bathrooms
1 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 46 · Exits not blocked or locked – reporting only
1 observation(s)
Category 50 · Current license displayed
1 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.