BRUNO'S BAKERY AND RESTAURANT
21315 NW 2ND AVE, Miami Gardens FL 33169 · 786-657-2307
Last inspected Nov 19, 2025 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15+ rodent droppings on the floor by the bathroom, 5+ rodent droppings behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, 6+ rodent droppings behind the steam table, 10+ rodent droppings behind the stove and prep table.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025068053 | Sep 9, 2025 | Oct 20, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Nov 19, 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
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed 3 door reach in cooler flip top, in the kitchen in disrepair.
Sep 11, 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the kitchen and lobby.
Sep 10, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15+ rodent droppings on the floor by the bathroom, 5+ rodent droppings behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, 6+ rodent droppings behind the steam table, 10+ rodent droppings behind the stove and prep table.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) in the kitchen, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the kitchen and lobby.
Observed 2 door reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Observed Ice buildup in the kitchen reach-in freezer.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled throughout the kitchen.
Sep 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15+ rodent droppings on the floor by the bathroom, 5+ rodent droppings behind the reach in cooler at the front counter, 6+ rodent droppings behind the steam table, 10+ rodent droppings behind the stove and prep table.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100+ppm) in the kitchen, operator remade Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll
No soap provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen. Operator placed new roll.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in the kitchen and lobby.
Observed 2 door reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues.
Observed Ice buildup in the kitchen reach-in freezer.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor soiled throughout the kitchen.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Kitchen- Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm), operator remade (Chlorine 50ppm).
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen, operator placed new roll.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout the kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with water damage in the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water by the steam table. Operator removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed fish thawing in standing water in the 3 compartment sink. Operator placed items into reach in cooler.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen handwashing sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve closed in the bathroom. Operator fixed during the inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed keys and cellphones stored on top of the prep table in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed stand up metal reach in cooler in disrepair. Observed door at the reach in freezer next to AC unit in disrepair, not attached to unit.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Throughout the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoons in standing water next to the stove.
Observed ice buildup in reach-in freezer at the front counter.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floor behind the stove, reach in freezer and under 3 compartment sink soiled.
Mar 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Throughout the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed as 10/1/21.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and chest freezers torn. Observed chest freezer in the back of the kitchen by AC unit with the lid not attached to unit and torn.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. In the kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair with holes throughout the kitchen, near AC unit.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under cookline, under 3 compartment sink and by the reach in freezers with the floor soiled.
Mar 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container of water stored inside the handwashing sink inside the kitchen. Operator removed.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. In the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel in the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator placed new roll.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At the front counter and kitchen.
Ceiling tile missing. Throughout the kitchen.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license displayed as 10/1/21.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and chest freezers torn. Observed chest freezer in the back of the kitchen by AC unit with the lid not attached to unit and torn.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. In the kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair with holes throughout the kitchen, near AC unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken inside the 3 compartment sink thawing in standing water. Operator turned on water to run.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed under cookline, under 3 compartment sink and by the reach in freezers with the floor soiled.
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed seating restaurant establishment operating with an expired license as of October 1, 2023, with two food employees engaged in food preparation and food service of approximately 3 customers. Contact DBPR Customer Service at 850.487.1395 regarding license renewal or www.myfloridalicense.com
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Jamaican patty (63F - Cold Holding); salt fish patties (65F - Cold Holding) inside front reach in cooler, near kitchen entrance doorway, less than 4 hours. Operator placed in reach in freezer for rapid cooling. 2nd temperature taken, Jamaican patty (50F - Cooling); salt fish patties (47F - Cooling) Observed oxtail (53F - Cold Holding) stored in the 3 compartment sink, purchased by operator less than 1 hour, not stored inside reach in cooler. Operator placed into reach in freezer until ready to prep. Observed king fish (51F - Cold Holding) thawing on kitchen prep counter, no longer frozen. Operator placed into reach in freezer for rapid cooling, until ready to prep.
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. Printed form and provided to operator.
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 form in establishment but not signed by employees. Discussed proper form requirements with Operator.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Randy Alfred with National Registry of Food Safety professionals expired training on 12/10/22.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing throughout the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers and chest freezers torn. Observed chest freezer in the back of the kitchen by AC unit with the lid not attached to unit and torn.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in disrepair with holes throughout the kitchen, near AC unit.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tongs, spatulas and spoons in 78F standing water by the steam table at kitchen area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation located chest freezer in the back.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed packages of grated cassava, thawing in standing water at back prep area. Observed king fish (51F - Cold Holding) slacking at room temperature and is no longer frozen solid, by the back prep table.
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