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ARE YOU HUNGRY? GRILL

12486 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33184 · 9546512353

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats36
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2335522
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023. Operator renew the license during inspection. Validation #238475302.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Coached employees on proper hand washing and gloves use. Employees washed hands and put gloves on to start working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrected On-Site
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream scoop on water at 89F Operator placed scoop on a clean dry metal container.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Dressing squeeze bottles no identify with names.
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside reach in cooler. Operator properly rearranged.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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. Observed for food employees Alex, Gretel hired for less than 60 days. Discussed and provided to operator in printed form. Operator and employee read and signed form.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed shortening stored on kitchen floor. Operator placed 6 inches from floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled under hand sink at kitchen area.
Basic/36-10-4
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 pork (54F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator since the night before.
High priority/03D-02-5
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef patties inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Operator rearranged properly the products.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (54F - Cooling) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator since the night before.
High priority/01B-02-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to triple sink. Operator provided the paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese sauce (124F - Hot Holding); chicken (123F - Hot Holding) on stove. As per operator for approximately 15 minutes. Operator placed products on grill for reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle at kitchen.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 87F at cook line. Operator placed utensils on grill for reheat.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed middle door of reach in cooler has exposed insulation.
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed caramelized onion (100F - Hot Holding) on grill. As per employee for approximately 1 hrs. Employee turned on grill for reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by two cardboard boxes. Manager removed the boxes.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine soiled with pink mold-like substance
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at kitchen
Basic/51-11-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed pair of tongs hanging from oven door handle.
Basic/10-20-4/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water 113F on stove. Manager placed container with water on grill for heating.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in cooler door interior has exposed insulation.
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager placed mop upwards for drying.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over hot dogs inside reach in cooler. Manager rearranged items by cooking temperatures.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed caramelized onions (80F - Hot Holding) on flat grill, as per manager for an hour. Manager turned on the grill for reheating.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed table cleaner stored on draft beer station. Manager replaced the cleaner on locker.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed 2 towels stored inside hand wash sink. Manager removed the towels.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed Quaternary test
Intermediate/16-37-1
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine has accumulation of pink mold-like substance at front counter.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris. Also oven door handle soiled with grease.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed at kitchen.
Basic/51-11-4/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored not segregated inside reach in cooler at kitchen.
Basic/08B-49-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn at kitchen. Observed dish machine in disrepair. As per manager dish machine is not in use.
Basic/14-11-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle.
Basic/10-20-4
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed interior of reach in cooler door with exposed insulation at kitchen.
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up next to hand wash sink.
Basic/24-18-4
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind hand wash sink soiled with grease.
Basic/36-27-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Oct 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored inside to-go bag. Operator discarded the products.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 10/01/2023. Operator renew the license during inspection. Validation #238475302.
High priority/50-17-3/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over ready to eat sauces at reach in cooler. Also raw beef over hot dogs inside reach in cooler Operator removed the eggs from over the sauces.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by trash can at ware washing area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed under front counter.
Basic/22-20-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside pico de gallo inside reach in cooler. Operator removed de bowl.
Basic/14-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door handles soiled with food debris at kitchen. Also oven door handles soiled. Operator cleaned the oven door.
Basic/23-24-4/Corrective Action Taken
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed under sandwich preparation.
Basic/51-11-4
Food stored on floor. Observed mayonnaise case, oil, sauce stored on floor next to 3 compartment dink.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of refrigerator in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at kitchen area.
Basic/14-36-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed at front counter. Operator inverted the items.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site
Stored food not covered. Observed cheese not covered stored at reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4

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