Kendall — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Kendall, Florida has 23 food establishments with 349 inspections on record. The pass rate is 94.1%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 7.9 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Avocados Food in Kendall on August 13, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

23Facilities
349Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
94.1%Pass Rate
7.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Carrrot Express 20 155 1
Pita Fresh 26 329 0
Steak N Shake 29 275 0
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant 23 270 0
Gheemiami 22 265 0

Kendall Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Kendall 94.1% Pass Rate 94.1%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Kendall 7.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 7.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Kendall 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Kendall Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Tucandela Gastrobar Kendall LLC 12 Warning Issued
Bocas Grill 1 Call Back - Extension given, pending

Kendall Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
14 Food contact surfaces 6,241
36 Proper ventilation 6,019
22 Consumer advisory 5,778
23 Chemical properly stored 4,664
03 Employee health reporting 4,011

Kendall Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

4Actions on Record
$1,520Total Fines
$380Avg Fine
$400Largest Fine
4Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 13, 2025 Avocados Food $400 1--2025029068

Kendall Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

7Fire Violations
3Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 4
Propane tank stored inside building 2
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1

Kendall Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Kendall has 6 FDACS-regulated facilities with 10 inspections on record.

6Retail Facilities
10FDACS Inspections

Kendall FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 5
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 3
5-402.11 Direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain originating from 2
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 2
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 2

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Kendall Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 1 77 1,170
Shell 1 152 1,169

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Kendall: Notable Restaurants

Carrrot Express

Kendall · Most Closures

20 inspections 155 violations 1 closures

Steak N Shake

Kendall · Most Inspected

29 inspections 275 violations

Flanigans Seafood Bar and Grill

Kendall · Most Inspected

27 inspections 166 violations

Pita Fresh

Kendall · Most Inspected

26 inspections 329 violations

Tucandela Gastrobar Kendall LLC

Kendall · Recently Inspected

13 inspections 120 violations

Bocas Grill

Kendall · Recently Inspected

26 inspections 206 violations

Kendall: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Cava 1 47 0
Anthonys Coal Fired Pizza 1 157 0
Wingstop 1 45 0
Steak N Shake 1 275 0
Jersey Mikes 1 110 0

Kendall Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Kendall?
Kendall, Florida has 23 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Kendall?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Kendall is 94.1%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
What are the most common health violations in Kendall?
The most frequently cited violations in Kendall are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Kendall?
Cava has the most locations in Kendall with 1 establishments.
How does Kendall compare to the Florida state average?
Kendall has a pass rate of 94.1%, which is 8.2 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 7.9 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Kendall?
Food establishments in Kendall have an average of 15.2 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Kendall been assessed?
Food establishments in Kendall have been assessed $1,520 in fines across 4 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $380 and the largest single fine was $400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Kendall restaurants?
7 fire safety violations have been documented across 3 food establishments in Kendall. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Kendall inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Kendall, Florida has 6 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 10 inspections on record.

Kendall Restaurants & Food Establishments (23)

Starbucks # 8520 FDACS Retail

7575 N Kendall DR, Kendall

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Pm International Trading FDACS Retail

11945 S Dixie Hwy, Kendall

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Suniland Citgo FDACS Retail

12001 S Dixie Hwy, Kendall

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service