Shahs of Kabob

5975 72 St Unit 109, South Miami, FL 33143 · Permanent Food Service · License 2319296

Official report

out of 100

Grade F

Safety score 44 of 100

Latest visit: Aug 21, 2026

What drove the grade

Live, small flying insects found.High priority · fixed by the Aug 21 follow-up · 28 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Aug 18 routine inspection
4 high priority (2 fixed by the Aug 21 follow-up, 2 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 7 intermediate (1 repeat), 18 basic (6 repeats); intermediate violations cost 18 at most; basic violations cost 12 at most
-44
Administrative complaint on Aug 18, since fixed
Reduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed
-12
Safety score44

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 3 visits

Aug182026

Routine inspection

29 violations found · Inspector came back 2 times

2nd follow-up visitAug 21, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
13 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
- 4 Intermediate
- 9 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate4
- Code 11, Employee health: 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.
  More time given
  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.
  More time given
- Code 27, Water source: Water with a temperature of least 85°F not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  More time given
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Required employee training expired for some employees.
  More time given
Basic9
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Equipment in poor repair.
  More time given
  Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  More time given
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  More time given
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  More time given
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  More time given
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  More time given
- Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  More time given
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  More time given
  No copy of latest inspection report available.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
1st follow-up visitAug 19, 2026 Extension granted
Some problems still weren't fixed, but the owner was working on them, so the inspector allowed more time and will come back again.
16 violations still not corrected:
- 5 Intermediate
- 11 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate5
- Code 11, Employee health: 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 all employees on site hired within less than 60 days as per operator, no agreement form signed or present. I
  More time given
  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.
  More time given
- Code 27, Water source: Water with a temperature of least 85°F not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  More time given
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
  More time given
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Required employee training expired for some employees.
  More time given
Basic11
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Equipment in poor repair.
  More time given
  Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  More time given
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  More time given
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board on shelf.
  More time given
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  More time given
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  More time given
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  More time given
- Code 42, Premises and cleaning equipment: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  More time given
- Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  More time given
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  More time given
  No copy of latest inspection report available.
  More time given
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
First visitAug 18, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
29 violations found:
- 4 High priority
- 7 Intermediate
- 18 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority4
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
  Observed raw chicken above container of mayonnaise in reach in cooler. Employees moved to bottom shelf.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
  Observed employee rub face with hands and reached for new set of gloves. Inspector went over handwashing with operator and employee. Employee washed hands properly.
  Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
- Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found.
  Observed 6 plus live flies in employee restroom near bags of onions.
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Container of medicine improperly stored.
  Observed pill container on counter above prep table where employee was prepping. Operator removed bottle from site.
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate7
- Code 11, Employee health: 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 all employees on site hired within less than 60 days as per operator, no agreement form signed or present. Inspector provided via email.
  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.
  Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email.
- Code 27, Water source: Water with a temperature of least 85°F not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  Observed hot water turned off at kitchen handsink.
- Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  Observed utensils stored in hand sink in employee restroom where mop sink is located.
  Repeat violation
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
  Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed in employee restroom where mop sink is also located; toilet has been removed and replaced with shelf for dry food storage, no plans submitted or updated.
- Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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/. Observed no CFM present at time of inspection, observed 5 employees on site working.
  Required employee training expired for some employees.
  To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Andreika with expired food handler certificate; 11/22/25.
Basic18
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored in a prohibited area.
  Observed cases of onions stored in employee restroom at time of inspection. Operator is converting it into a storage room, but no plans have been submitted or updated.
  Food stored on floor.
  Observed container of berries on floor next to cook line. Operator removed from floor.
  Fixed on the spot
  Food stored outside.
  Observed cases of soda outside of restaurant.
  Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public.
  Observed employee food stormed above ready to eat food for customers. Employee removed items from on top of food.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  Observed water bottle on shelf above prep table. Operator tossed on site.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  Observed cup as scoop in rice cooker. Operator removed during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
  Equipment in poor repair.
  Observed torn gasket in reach in across cook line.
  Repeat violation
  Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  Observed interior multiple coolers.
  Repeat violation
  Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
  Observed in chest freezer.
  Repeat violation
- Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
  Observed under cutting board on prep table. Operator removed during inspection.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  Repeat violation
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
  Observed interior kitchen; soiled tiles.
  Repeat violation
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  Observed heavily soiled floor in bathroom where food is being stored and under triple sink.
- Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
  Observed phone above prep table where employee is prepping food. Employee removed from table.
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 42, Premises and cleaning equipment: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
  Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
- Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  Observed expired license posted.
- Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
  Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
  No copy of latest inspection report available.
  Observed no copy on site.
  Repeat violation
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website