AVOCADOS FOOD
7535 N KENDALL DR #49, Kendall FL 33156 · 786-449-5962
Last inspected Feb 9, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at three compartment sink - Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm) due to no water.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025029068 | Apr 1, 2025 | Aug 13, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon stored above drinks and hard boiled eggs. Operator corrected during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of water on floor of kiosk.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee coughing and no handwashing. Inspector coached employee on proper techniques.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed smoked salmon above water bottles in reach in cooler. Operator corrected during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
Apr 2, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on on the floor next to handwashing sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in bottom reach cooler at prep table.
Apr 2, 2025□ 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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Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on on the floor next to handwashing sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in bottom reach cooler at prep table.
Apr 1, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed at three compartment sink - Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm) due to no water.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hand wash due to no water
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed for display case cooler sour cream (63F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (69F - Cold Holding). As per operator from reach in cooler about 1 hour ago. Advised to remove and place into reach in cooler.
No running water at three-compartment sink. Also observed at hand wash sink.
No water at employee handwash sink. Observed no water at hand wash sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on on the floor next to handwashing sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in bottom reach cooler at prep table.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler display case. As per operator for two hours. Also observed smoked salmon (48F - Cold Holding) in bottom reach in cooler at prep table.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided form to operator for diced tomatoes, sour cream and shredded cheese and smoked salmon.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while preparing avocado toast
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles stored on on the floor next to handwashing sink.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed in bottom reach cooler at prep table.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No running water at three-compartment sink. Operator turn on water valve.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at hand wash sink at 68F after 3 minutes running water. Operator turned on the water heater.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 boxes of avocados stored on floor.
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (60 F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (57 F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (61F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator was informed that the products need to be moved to the bottom part of the cooler for rapid cooling.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 75F at three compartment sink. Operator turned on the water heater.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. The only employee present that was hired more than six months Milagros Ojeda) no proof of employee training.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at hand wash sink at 74F after 2 minutes running water. Operator turned on the water heater.
Feb 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (60 F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (57 F - Cold Holding); feta cheese (61F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator was informed that the products need to be moved to the bottom part of the cooler for rapid cooling.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn (130 F - Hot Holding) at hot pot. As per operator for less than two hours. Operator turned on the hot pot to reheat the product.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee washed her hands at the three compartment sink.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed FMC for Carlos Chaibub 05-07-2018, expired. Operator provided the new Food Manager Certificate by StateFoodSafety on 08-01-2023.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon no identify as raw on the menu.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed water at 75°F at three compartment sink. Operator turned on the water heater.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. The only employee present that was hired more than six months Milagros Ojeda) no proof of employee training.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed water at hand wash sink at 74°F after 2 minutes running water. Operator turned on the water heater.
Food stored on floor. Observed a plastic bottle water stored on floor.
Oct 13, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed two sour cream containers with expiration date 08-02-2023.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (60 F - Cold Holding); cheese (65 F - Cold Holding); sour (65 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (68 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for 2.5 hours. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Operator was informed that the products need to be moved to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator turned on the water heater.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with Fabuloso not labeled next to juice dispenser.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottles with different sauces not identified by common name.
Aug 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed two employees put gloves without washing their hands. Operator was informed that they need to wash their hands before putting the gloves.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 5 whole eggs with black mold like substance at 45°F. At reach in cooler. Operator discarded the eggs.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed two sour cream containers with expiration date 08-02-2023.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes (60 F - Cold Holding); cheese (65 F - Cold Holding); sour (65 F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (68 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler. As per operator for 2.5 hours. Operator moved the products to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. Operator was informed that the products need to be moved to the bottom part of the reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed Salmon sandwich and Sea Toast not identify as items that contain raw salmon.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine chemical test kit was provided.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Operator turned on the water heater.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle with Fabuloso not labeled next to juice dispenser.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turn on the hot water.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed the three compartment sink as wash / Sanitize / Rinse. Operator was informed the correct way to use the three compartments sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Operator changed the solution.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed squeezes bottles with different sauces not identified by common name.
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