ABC CATERING SERVICE
15920 SW 137 AVE, Miami FL 33177 · 305-506-7253
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies landed inside of the triple sink. Observed 2 live flies landing on the hot holding boxes. Observed 1 live fly landing on the white chest reach in freezer near the cook line.
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2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019019912 | Mar 4, 2019 | Oct 14, 2019 | $400 |
| 1--2019041856 | Jun 10, 2019 | Sep 26, 2019 | $360 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 live flies land on prep table across ovens. Observed 2 live flies land on the triple sink. Observed 1 live fly land on brown hot box in the kitchen. Observed 1 live fly land on oven in the kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed some metal pans at shelves located above the triple sink not stored inverted. Operator stored metal pans properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under cooking equipments.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed floor drain in the kitchen soiled with old food debris.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at kitchen prep table tin foil used a shelf cover ripped.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed in some areas of the kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled in the kitchen.
May 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at white reach in cooler torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
May 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies landed inside of the triple sink. Observed 2 live flies landing on the hot holding boxes. Observed 1 live fly landing on the white chest reach in freezer near the cook line.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed food employee touched hair, glasses, and face with gloves on and proceeded to engage in preparing macaroni with ground beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink cover with gray container cover.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwash sink near the triple sink.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed can opener rusted.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 3 dead flies on blue chemical stored on top of containers of cookies at shelves near the walk in cooler.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed near the triple sink and the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at white reach in cooler torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under cooking equipments at cook line soiled with grease.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of bananas stored on floor near walk in cooler.
No cleaning access to grease trap. Observed approximately 50+ live flying insects flying and landing on the grease trap.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the exterior of all the hot holding warmers soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at prep table across cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 3 wet wiping cloth stored at prep table across cook line.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at prep table across cook line.
Feb 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee bathroom.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans inside walk in cooler.
Oct 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Oct 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. Observed 3 apple sauce cans 6 lbs each and 3 mixed vegetables cans 6 lbs each dented in the middle of the cans at shelves located near walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects flying around the three compartment sink at kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents cover at walk in cooler soiled.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken, by the bathroom at kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled under equipments and storage shelves throughout the kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 4 broken tiles in the kitchen area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair at the mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed shelves located at kitchen area soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed foil used as shelf cover in the kitchen area ripped.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at the mop sink.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 2 floor tiles broken in the kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled on the mop sink.
Apr 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters and reach in freezer gasket soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking under the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen area.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed a new paper roll.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Observed at walk-in cooler. While conducting the inspection operator cleaned the vents.
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing in disrepair at cooking area.
Observed a hole in or other damage to wall. Kitchen's wall by chest freezer.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed two boxes with disposable school lunch trays stored on floor by storage area. Employee removed boxes from floor and placed them on shelves.
Dec 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under cooking equipments at cook line.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall behind chest freezers at kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator placed utensils on stove.
Aug 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed filters for hood soiled at cook line.
Floor soiled at kitchen. While conducting the HSP Inspection employee starting to clean the floors.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. At kitchen at prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken inside three compartment sink without proper running water. Employee opened the faucet.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.