COLOMBIA'S GRILL
1360 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach FL 33162 · 3058166024
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 22 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. Printed form for operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw fish in the reach in cooler.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed front counter handwashing sink with food debris.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided form to operator. Observed display case used under time.
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle with fabulouso with no name label.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef pork chicken yuca thawing in room temperature in the 3 compartment sink.
Jul 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a license as new owners.
Observed raw pork in the same container as raw chicken. Operator removed.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef and raw chicken over red snapper.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef in room temperature thawing. Educated operator.
Jan 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 (80F - Hot Holding); tequenos (81F - Hot Holding) for less than 4 hours as per operator. Operator increased equipment temperature.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty dishes on hand sink located at the front counter. Operator removed it.
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. Employees name Karen with 2 weeks of being hired.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in used utensils in standing water at 77°F. Operator placed on top of the stove to reheat.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Filter soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw frozen pork thawing at room temperature, operator placed under cold running water.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards soiled in the kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with accumulated dust in the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in the kitchen soiled.
Observed kitchen reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing in room temperature, operator placed items in reach in cooler.
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in the kitchen a container with water and soap. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed deep reach in freezer in the storage room with door in disrepair with tape.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In the kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In the storage room.
Aug 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 new employee named Christina hired 1 month ago and Dalila hired 1 week ago with no knowledge of their responsibilities.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets torn in the reach in cooler in the storage room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on the floor of the kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket soiled in the kitchen reach in cooler.
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed.
Mar 8, 2024Inspection 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 food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over cooked beef soup in the flip top reach in cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef inside the reach in cooler under the flattop grill. Operator stored properly.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. At the front counter reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket torn at the reach in cooler in the back storage area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a bag of rice and cooking oil stored on the floor. Operator removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the front counter.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In the back storage room. Operator stored properly.
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. Observed individually wrapped portions of raw fish and raw chicken stored in the same container in the reach in cooler, under the stove. Operator separated items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed white cheese (54F - Cold Holding)in the reach in cooler by the front counter. Operator placed in different cooler.
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 for 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. Printed form for operator. Employee signed during the time of the inspection.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board lining on shelves in the kitchen.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metal pans not inverted on the shelves of the kitchen. Operator stored correctly.
Food stored on floor. Observed a tray of yuca and corn stored on the floor under the shelves in the kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 3 tongs stored on the oven door in the kitchen. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils, spatulas and spoons stored in standing water at 85F in the kitchen counter. Operator removed and placed on clean tray.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no light shield in the kitchen.
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.