SOUTH GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT
10855 SW 72 ST UNIT 10, MIAMI, FL 33173
License #2318389
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Failing Health Score
How is this score calculated? →SOUTH GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT in MIAMI currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 49.4 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 4, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 73 total violations — 9 critical, 8 major, 56 minor.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on March 4, 2026 shows 54 observation rows: 7 critical, 6 major, and 41 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to cook line.
- [23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets of all reach in coolers soiled. Observed multiple pieces of exterior equipment soiled.
- [25-17-4] Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Observed across cook line.
- [32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at restroom.
- [42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
- [14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
- [08B-47-4] Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in dry closet.
- [02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt and sugar across warewash with no label.
- [22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry food and dishes are held. Observed soiled can opener.
- [22-16-4] Walk in/Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in next to mop sink and walk in cooler.
- [14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed multiple grocery bags used as food storage in reach in coolers and walk in cooler.
- [14-06-4] Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed on rack where bok choy is stored. Observed in walk in cooler and freezer.
- [03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in across cook line with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: pork ribs (54F - Cold Holding). Operator brought ribs to walk in for rapid chill. Observed across cook line: Bean sprouts (75F Cold Holding). Operator chose to place under TPHC and corrected form for future use.
- [40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal glasses above prep tables across cook line. Observed lunch bag in walk in cooler on same shelf as food for public.
- [51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
- [16-21-4] Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled.
- [36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
- [36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash.
- [14-05-4] Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in walk in cooler.
- [21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cook line.
- [14-38-4] Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked container with eggplant inside standing reach in cooler near back door.
- [35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back kitchen door.
- [32-23-5] Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed in restroom; urinal in disrepair.
- [36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
- [11-27-4] 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.
- [14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets in reach in freezer next to warewash.
- [08A-17-6] 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 in reach in freezer in warewash area; raw chicken over egg rolls.
- [14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
- [12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed inside walk in cooler.
- [41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed cough drops above low boy across cook line.
- [51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
- [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used to wash items in waiter station area.
- [08B-48-4] Employee preparing food in customer section of dining area. Observed snap peas being prepped in dining area.
- [08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oil on floor of kitchen.
- [36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen.
- [36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind and under cooking equipment.n
- [23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed multiple cooler handles and microwave handle soiled.
- [08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed containers of chicken in walk in freezer and cooler with no cover.
- [14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in sugar and flour containers.
- [14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed garbage cans used as container for veggies in walk in cooler.
- [21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed across cook line.
- [22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of multiple ovens fully soiled.
- [41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles unlabeled in warewash area and waiter station.
- [12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee beverages across cook line.
- [14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in white chest freezer and walk in freezer.
- [36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles in dry storage.
- [14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in across cook line with ambient temp of 57F. The following TCS foods stored inside for less than 4 hours: pork ribs (54F - Cold Holding). Operator brought ribs to walk in for rapid chill.
- [14-20-4] Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line.
- [36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed at entry to dry storage closet.
- [35B-03-4] Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed screen door not self closing.
- [41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of bleach stored with bottle of vinegar underneath cook line.
- [22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on knife magnet.
- [14-86-1] Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed duck cooling in container lined with cloth.
- [31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in employee restroom.
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