CENTRAL PARK FOOD STATION
9558 SW 137 AVE, Miami FL 33186 · 2676659909
Last inspected Dec 3, 2025 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired dated 10/1/2025. Operator paid license fee during inspection.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired dated 10/1/2025. Operator paid license fee during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed at reach in cooler raw chicken, and beef stored over bags of carrots and lettuce. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed plastic wrapped portions of raw chicken and beef stored in same container in reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for Burgers, arepas, emapanadas thawing in reach in cooler, as per operator from the day before.
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at front counter ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles broken with signs of water damage in kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with heavy grease and food spilling behind fixed equipment in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottle of soda in storage area stored on floor. Operator removed and stored onto shelf.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes and walls and pieces of walls missing throughout kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at standing reach in freezer unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fryer and counter that fryer is stored on soiled with oil grease build up.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed cook line hood filters soiled with heavy grease build up.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken empanadas (129F - Hot Holding) at front counter hotbox. As per manager for less than 30 minutes. Operator increased heat to hotbox.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage throughout kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee personal beverage cup stored on top of white cutting board on prep table across from cook line. Operator removed and stored properly.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall next to standing reach in cooler next to entrance to kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in silver standing reach in freezer next to entrance to kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave at front counter soiled with an accumulation of food debris and grease.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets to reach in cooler at front counter soiled.
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over raw bacon inside white freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed beef soup dated 12/20 and 12/21 not consumed within 7 days inside reach in cooler next to white freezer.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed cleaned bowls and plates not properly inverted next to washing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn next to kitchen entrance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed inside silver freezer.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at front counter.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 26 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority7 Intermediate15 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed empanada mix stored on non food grade bags inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above empanadas inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed ham and cheese bread not time marked at front counter. Employee discarded during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken empanada (117F - Hot Holding); spinach empanada (117F - Hot Holding) at front counter, as per Manager less than 2 hours. Manager proceeded to reheat empanadas.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board at front counter.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed beef soup not dated after thawed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed flan and 3 leches desserts not date marked, as per manager from 2 days ago, at front counter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed cleaner spray bottle not identify with common name at front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled handlers on reach in cooler at kitchen area. Also observed soiled with food debris, mold-like substance reach in cooler door.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at kitchen area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed Togo bags cases stored on floor at front counter.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed drink not covered on cutting board at kitchen area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food inside reach in cooler at kitchen area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal wallet and keychain on shelves at preparation area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at kitchen area under 3 compartment sink.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease accumulated on fryers.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed unit at kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind fryers.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Observed at kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed potato sticks container not identified with common name, also observed oil bottle at kitchen area.
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 28, 2024Warning 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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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shell eggs stored above empanadas located in the standing reach in cooler,kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot box; empanadas (122F - Hot Holding)as per operator about 30 mins ago, adjusted thermostat for increased temperature.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips available at the time of the inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the front counter.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the unisex employee bathroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed jug containing cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the standing 2 door unit.
Nov 27, 2023□ 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the employee bathroom.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the standing 2 door unit.
Sep 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed marinated chicken stored above marinated fish,beef located in the standing reach in cooler by the mixer.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Reach in cooler: low boy opposite cookline:; raw beef patties,as per operator from yesterday. (53F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in cooler: low boy opposite cookline:; raw beef patties,as per operator from yesterday. (53F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot box; empanadas,as per operator about 1 hr ago. (131F - Hot Holding) operator adjusted thermostat for increased heating.
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. Provided operator with copy of procedures.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine strips available at the time of the inspection.
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. Observed for Ingrid S as per operator working at the establishment for more than 2 months.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed for the employee bathroom.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the dry storage area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the kitchen,prep area.
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. Observed for the low boy reach in cooler,ambient temperature at the time of the inspection at approximately 55F.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed below cookline.
Food stored on floor. Observed jug containing cooking oil stored on the kitchen floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed for the standing 2 door unit.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed for the employee bathroom.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed by the fryers.
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