ALMA
1380 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33135 · 786.587.8559
Last inspected Aug 20, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 10/01/25. Establishment is open to the public at the time of the inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017040637 | Aug 18, 2017 | Feb 23, 2018 | $200 |
| 1--2017040601 | Jul 24, 2017 | Oct 11, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above cooked goat. Inspector discussed with the operator and provided the hand out for the proper storage of food.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Ware wash area: three compartment sink with dishes in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Inspector discussed with employee and showed for how to set up a three compartment sink properly and how to wash, rinse and sanitize
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board at the front counter stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in the warewash area, hand washing sink blocked by a table.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator cannot provide the chlorine test kit for the establishment. Inspector discussed with the operator, demonstrated how to use the test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at all three hand washing sinks. Discussed with the operator. Operator placed paper at all three hand washing sinks.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the current layout of the establishment does not match the plans. Observe the establishment added a wall between the dining room and the cook line and blocked off ( partition wall) the front front counter bar area and the cook line area also remove the three compartment sink from the front area bar area. observed in the back area, the wire wash area and back storage area establishment. Move the mop sink to an outside of the actual room, added a dishwashing machine and move the three compartment sink to where the sink was located and added a dish machine where the three compartment sink was located also added a walk-in cooler in the back storage area. Establishment also added an ice machine in the patio drink station.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at the handwash sink in the ware wash area and in the patio drink area.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. FRLA: all expired 4/6/26 Karla P.,Daniela Q., Miladys L., Manuel S., Carmon M, Celeste A.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Observed two CO2 tanks not secured by the additional storage area. Discussed with the operator the proper procedures.
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items. Water wash area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at the sinks in the wash area and the patio drink station. Inspector discussed with the operator, provided signs to the operator to post at the sinks.
Ware wash area: three compartment sink with dishes in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Discussed with the employee.. set up the three compartment sink.
Dec 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license on 10/01/25. Establishment is open to the public at the time of the inspection.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on the oven door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Dry storage area, several reach in coolers.
Sep 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed at back area hand sink with AC line draining inside hand wash.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dispenser for paper at cook line not dispensing towel paper.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed by new room entrance in the back.Person in charge secured the tank
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at back area pots and pans not inverted. Employee placed items on shelves.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Open dumpster lid. Person in charge closed the lid..
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooling unit located in the back( new room) found soiled.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed at back room.
Utility lines preventing proper floor cleaning.
Jun 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans and the current layout for the establishment does not match. The establishment added an additional dry storage, warewash area ( three compartment sink and hand washing sink), mop sink, 3 reach in coolers with food, 2 chest reach in freezers with food stored inside, dry storage foods, can goods, and single service items in a area with a ceiling and on solid wall, 2 walls are with a wooded fence with gaps and the other wall a gate with grass in the alleyway. Establishment added an outside bar in the area the warewash area was located on the approved plan. Observed no plan review submitted or approved by the Divison.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
Apr 1, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans and the current layout for the establishment does not match. The establishment added an additional dry storage, warewash area ( three compartment sink and hand washing sink), mop sink, 3 reach in coolers with food, 2 chest reach in freezers with food stored inside, dry storage foods, can goods, and single service items in a area with a ceiling and on solid wall, 2 walls are with a wooded fence with gaps and the other wall a gate with grass in the alleyway. Establishment added an outside bar in the area the warewash area was located on the approved plan. Observed no plan review submitted or approved by the Divison.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. By the cook line: 4 bags of shrimps stored inside the hand washing sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. By the cook line: Employee filling squeeze bottle with water. Inspector coached the emploon where to fill the squeeze bottle with water.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By the cookline.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the approved plans and the current layout for the establishment does not match. The establishment added an additional dry storage, warewash area ( three compartment sink and hand washing sink), mop sink, 3 reach in coolers with food, 2 chest reach in freezers with food stored inside, dry storage foods, can goods, and single service items in a area with a ceiling and on solid wall, 2 walls are with a wooded fence with gaps and the other wall a gate with grass in the alleyway. Establishment added an outside bar in the area the warewash area was located on the approved plan. Observed no plan review submitted or approved by the Divison.
No soap provided at handwash sink. New drink preparation area
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. FRLA, Carmen Munoz and Celeste Avila, missing DOB.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. New drink preparation area.
Dec 9, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the plans for the establishment does not match. The establishment added an additional dry storage, warewash area ( three compartment sink and hand washing sink), mop sink, 3 reach in coolers with food, 2 chest reach in freezers with food stored inside, dry storage foods, can goods, and single service items in a area with a ceiling and on solid wall, 2 walls are with a wooded fence with gaps and the other wall a gate with grass in the alleyway. No plan review submitted or approved by the Divison. Discussed with the operator and provided the Plan Review Referral form.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. New area.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most reach in coolers.
Oct 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Additional dry storage area/warewash, stand up reach in cooler: raw chicken stored above pico de gallo. Discussed with the operator and provided the hand out for the proper storage of food.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. New area.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed the plans for the establishment does not match. The establishment added an additional dry storage, warewash area ( three compartment sink and hand washing sink), mop sink, 3 reach in coolers with food, 2 chest reach in freezers with food stored inside, dry storage foods, can goods, and single service items in a area with a ceiling and on solid wall, 2 walls are with a wooded fence with gaps and the other wall a gate with grass in the alleyway. No plan review submitted or approved by the Divison. Discussed with the operator and provided the Plan Review Referral form.
No soap provided at handwash sink. New area.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. New area.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed establishment additional an area in the back of the establishment, one wall, 2 walls with wood( gaps) and a gate with grass. Observed reach in coolers, chest reach in freezers, and dry goods and cans goods stored in the area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Most reach in coolers.
Jun 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added Addition Space to the restaurant with the handwashing sink and three compartment sink and Storage area.
Apr 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Added Addition Space to the restaurant with the handwashing sink and three compartment sink and Storage area.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Kitchen can opener.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
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.