A MARI MIX
13349 SW 42 ST, Miami FL 33175 · 305-603-9134
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (50/52F - Cooling); ground beef (49/47F - Cooling); in walk in cooler from the day before as per operator
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed produce inside thank you bag inside WIC.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup inside HWS at kitchen entrance, manager removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked refried beans, cooked rice, cooked chicken, and cooked ground beef with no date marking, as per manager for more than 24 hours prior.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filter hoods above stove and door gaskets of reach in coolers and freezers in the kitchen area.
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked refried beans, cooked rice, cooked chicken, and cooked ground beef with no date markings. Per manager, they were made on Saturday 02/28/26
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets for reach in freezer near dry storage and reach in cooler under prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled with food debris on the flooring of walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair near stove and exit door and cracked flooring in the kitchen, bar and storage areas.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of the scoop touching the shredded cheese at cold holding unit of prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filter hoods above stove and door gaskets of reach in coolers and freezers in the kitchen area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen, dry storage area, and bar areas.
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed dented one 6lbs can of whole kernel corns. Manager separated from other can goods to get a refund or replacement from vendor.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed corn kernels inside the sink basin of handwash sink next to 3 compartment sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Cooked refried beans, cooked rice, cooked chicken, and cooked ground beef with no date markings. Per manager, they were made on Saturday 02/28/26
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken door gaskets for reach in freezer near dry storage and reach in cooler under prep area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed soiled with food debris on the flooring of walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair near stove and exit door and cracked flooring in the kitchen, bar and storage areas.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed handle of the scoop touching the shredded cheese at cold holding unit of prep area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in reach in that is under single use items in kitchen. Manager retrieved a thermometer for unit.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled filter hoods above stove and door gaskets of reach in coolers and freezers in the kitchen area.
Old labels stuck to food containers. Observed old labels on food pans being used inside the walk in cooler.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed for forks, spoons and knives on the counter of prep table across of handwash sink.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in kitchen, dry storage area, and bar areas.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed plastic containers with rice and sugar not labeled at preparation area. Manager labeled properly during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed squeeze bottle with liquid soap not labeled next to front counter handwashing sink.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed in use serving small plates not inverted at service table next to reach in freezer in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris inside walk o) cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at front counter handwashing sink and kitchen area handwashing sink. Provided operator with handwashing sign, printed and posted properly during inspection.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler soiled with food debris at cook line.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked chicken (50/52F - Cooling); ground beef (49/47F - Cooling); in walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken in walk in cooler, operator properly stored it.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked chicken (50/52F - Cooling); ground beef (49/47F - Cooling); in walk in cooler from the day before as per operator
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed couple Fantastik disinfectant next to clean metal bowl.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans cooked from more than 24 hours as per operator with no date market.
Oct 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed shredded chicken (60F - Cooling); carnitas pork (60F - Cooling); in walk in cooler. As per operator, cooked the previous day. Informed operator product cannot be served to public.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed operator wash hands for less than 10 seconds. Coached operator on proper method.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticide present in kitchen. Informed operator that she needed to remove can of pesticide.
Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded chicken (60F - Cooling); carnitas pork (60F - Cooling); in walk in cooler. As per operator, for more than 24 hours. Informed operator product cannot be served to public.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef (115F - Hot holding) at cook line steam table, as per operator for less than 2 hours. Employee reheated to final temperature of 165F.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Lorena R. working for 3 years, with no proof of food handlers certificate.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed Piccadillo, shredded chicken and cooked pork carnitas in walk in cooler, without proper date marking. Coached manager on proper labeling.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed ramekin in shredded cheese used as a scoop. Employee removed.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing and dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by back door.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed line cook chewing gum while working line.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at bar.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and keys on food contact surface.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed line cook prepping food with a bracelet on.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at low boy reach in cooler on cook line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup on cooling unit pipe in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at both low boy coolers on cook line, at walk in freezer and walk in cooler. Observed bottom shelf of low boy reach in freezer on cook line soiled with old food debris. Observed hood and filters soiled with accumulated grease. Observed walk in cooler fan with build up of dust.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed at ware washing area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind grill soiled with accumulated grease.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed Container with no lid use to dispense cheese at preparation area. Owner removed container.
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can operator moved it.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Discussed with operator proper air drying of clean equipment. operator moved to dish are to have re washed and air dried.
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