South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami
Last inspected:
10855 Sw 72 St Unit 10, Miami, FL 33173South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami has accumulated 430 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 15.9 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with warnings issued and callbacks required in most recent years. Food contact surfaces, ventilation, and hand washing account for the majority of violations. The facility faces 2 disciplinary actions totaling $400 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
15.9
violations / inspection
15.9 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022044868 | $200.00 | Jul 11, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2017041106 | $200.00 | Aug 7, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections48 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami had?
- South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 15.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami find?
- South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 54 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami been fined?
- South Garden Chinese Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $400.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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