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BURGERS SMASH & FRIES

47 NE 2ND AVE, Miami FL 33132 · 5164399445

Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2328572
Grade history
OCT 24
FEB 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2018024873May 8, 2018Jul 10, 2018$800
1--2017028747Jun 15, 2017Oct 30, 2017$400

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork inside reach in cooler near window.
High priority/08A-20-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed French fries and sweet potatoes located near fryer machine. See stop sales.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (89F - Hot Holding) located near coffee machine near window. As per operator less than 15 minutes. Operator discarded during inspection.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.
Intermediate/16-33-4
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed water filter connect to hand wash sink kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-10-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions, carrots stored directly on floor inside walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Observed French fries and sweet potatoes located near fryer machine. See stop sales.
Basic/06-06-5
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw hamburger patty, raw beef and raw shrimp thawed on top of prep table kitchen. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt.
Basic/02D-01-5
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Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked sausage. Located reach in cooler cook line area. Manager reorganized products.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hosed operator removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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.
Intermediate/11-07-5
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Mar 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Still observed Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Still observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. Time Extended
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler front counter area.
Basic/14-74-7/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Return visit Mar 14, 2025 · Time Extended
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed shell eggs over cabbage inside walk in cooler. Operator stored properly during inspection.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
No handwash sink located in vending machine area where employees service bulk food machines. Front counter area.
Intermediate/31A-01-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Operator provided.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler front counter area.
Basic/14-74-7
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen.
Basic/31B-04-4
Oct 25, 2024□ 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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No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Walk in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-73-4/Return visit Oct 25, 2024 · Time Extended
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed during operation front counter area.
Basic/35B-04-4/Return visit Oct 25, 2024 · Still observed. Time Extended
Oct 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired.
Basic/14-74-7
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Walk in cooler and reach in cooler.
Basic/05-09-4
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Walk in cooler in disrepair.
Basic/14-73-4
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment.
Basic/29-27-4
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed during operation front counter area.
Basic/35B-04-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Basic/36-02-5
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority4 Intermediate3 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 walk in cooler with cooked white rice (48F - Cooling) as per operator rice has been cooling overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03D-02-5
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed shell eggs over cooked plantain inside reach in cooler cooked line area. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6
Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-38-5
Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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.
Intermediate/11-07-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoons inside hand wash sink located at kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Kitchen.
Basic/14-74-7/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with cook oil stored directly on floor kitchen and front counter are.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed plastic container with solid frozen tilapia fish located near three compartment sink kitchen. Operator stored under running water.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 67°f (cold holding). Less than four hours. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Certified Food Manager or person in charge 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.
Intermediate/11-07-5
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washing hands at three compartment sink located in front counter area. Coached employee on proper use of hand sink and three compartment sink.
Intermediate/12A-03-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling container with water in hand washing sink. Cafeteria area.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Located cafeteria. Observed running water per four minutes at 69°. Operator turn on the water heater during inspection. Recheck water 100°f.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler in disrepair also reach in cooler kitchen.
Basic/14-74-7
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Food stored on floor. Plastic containers with cook oil.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Basic/36-68-5
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Reach in cooler located at cooking line.
Basic/05-09-4/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter area.
Basic/21-12-4
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Sugar. Front counter area near coffee machine.
High priority/08B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler and reach in freezer.
Basic/14-74-7
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4
Food stored on floor. Plastic containers with cook oil.
Basic/08B-38-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Basic/05-09-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Near walk in cooler.
Basic/29-49-6
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter area near coffee machine.
Basic/21-12-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Front counter area near coffee machine. Operator stored properly during inspection.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.