BAM BURGER RESTAURANT
22117 S DIXIE HWY, Miami FL 33170 · 3059795185
Last inspected Feb 13, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (55 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in freezer. As per employee they received merchandise around 2-3 pm.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019041683 | Aug 9, 2019 | Oct 9, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork belly stored over sliced cheese inside grill drawers at cook line. Operator relocated products.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs inside grill drawers at cook line. Operator relocated products.
Nov 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed manager certificate expired for Alfonso B. No other certified food manager hired.
Mar 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed bottle of bleach said swimming pool water disinfectant and it was 0 ppm.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine was 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ground beef (55 F - Cold Holding) inside reach in freezer. As per employee they received merchandise around 2-3 pm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed both employees did not how to sanitize utensils.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed the bleach provided was for swimming pool water disinfectant. Employee was advised to go and buy chlorine.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed chlorine in use was stored inside a soap container in the 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an opened water bottle on preparation table. Employee removed it.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Dec 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken inside thank you bag at reach in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed white rice inside reach in cooler no date marked, as per at or for more than 24 hours prior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled at kitchen entrance.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler.
Apr 9, 2024Inspection 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 food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored above lettuce inside the reach in cooler at the back.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef inside the reach in cooler not date marked. As per operator it was cooked Saturday.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at oven doors and reach in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Mar 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 Yajesharie Ramlakhan expired certificate.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken stew not date marked in white refrigerator at kitchen area, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Dec 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored on nonfood-grade bags at reach in freezer at kitchen area.
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 Yajesharie Ramlakhan expired certificate.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken stew not date marked in white refrigerator at kitchen area, as per Manager over 24 hours. Manager dated during inspection.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food stored next to chicken stew in white refrigerator at kitchen area. Manager moved food to the bottom of the unit.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed on white refrigerator at kitchen area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed at the front counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken (frozen) at preparation table. Manager moved to reach in cooler during inspection.
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