BURGER BLAST
9401 SW 40TH ST, Miami FL 33165 · 786-307-0601
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Certified Food Manager 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.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to answered how to calibrate a thermometer.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked cheesecake not dated. As per manager prepared on site oven a day prior. Manager labeled.
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled above dry storage near three compartment sink.
May 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cleaning supplies stored inside hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Operator removed.
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator found decal and placed on food truck window.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for three compartment sink.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed kitchen spoons in standing water at 120F near the prep table. Operator discarded water.
Mar 7, 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
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red cutting board grooved at kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled with food debris at kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at reach in cooler across double door reach in soiled with food debris.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee don gloves, no hand wash.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked corn (56F - Cold Holding) resting on containers at top of preparation cooler. Employee voluntarily discarded product.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed raw sausages thawing inside hand sink. Employee removed product.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooking utensils stored in water at 84F. Employee removed water.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed service window open when no customers present.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw sausages thawing at room temperature inside hand sink.
Jan 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 9351 SW 56 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (53F - Cold Holding) blood sausage (53F - Cold Holding) inside preparation reach in cooler. As per employee, for 1 hour. Employee closed top portion of reach in cooler.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed containers of 3 leches not labeled. As per employee, products were received on previous days.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Nov 3, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 9351 SW 56 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (53F - Cold Holding) blood sausage (53F - Cold Holding) inside preparation reach in cooler. As per employee, for 1 hour. Employee closed top portion of reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole chicken (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box. As per employee, for 1 hour prior. Employee increased the temperature of the hot box.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed containers of 3 leches not labeled. As per employee, products were received on previous days.
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed outside of mobile unit, single service trays and cups at storage shed.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed outside of mobile unit, 1 storage shed with reach in chest freezer and reach in cooler containing yuca, tamales, cassava, raw beef patties and produce.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in a plastic container not properly labeled at stove.
Nov 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 9351 SW 56 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tamales (53F - Cold Holding) blood sausage (53F - Cold Holding) inside preparation reach in cooler. As per employee, for 1 hour. Employee closed top portion of reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed whole chicken (120F - Hot Holding) inside hot box. As per employee, for 1 hour prior. Employee increased the temperature of the hot box.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of butane stored on preparation table near sauces.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed containers of 3 leches not labeled. As per employee, products were received on previous days.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by mop bucket.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic cup and sponges inside hand wash sink. Operator removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator provided the paper towels.
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.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle not reporting to commissary as required.
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. As per employee, mobile unit is obtaining and disposing water from parking location, not an approved commissary.
Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened).
Food stored outside. Observed outside of mobile unit inside storage shed, dry storage shelves with cans of hearts of palm, caramel, griddle spray, seasonings and single service sauces.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of single service trays stored on floor at storage shed.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed outside of mobile unit, single service trays and cups at storage shed.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed outside of mobile unit, 1 storage shed with reach in chest freezer and reach in cooler containing yuca, tamales, cassava, raw beef patties and produce.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt in a plastic container not properly labeled at stove.
Sep 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 9351 SW 56 ST, Miami — this licence has since moved.
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 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.
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