CUCINA MODERNA
11225 MIRAMAR PKWY STE 260, Miramar FL 33025
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found -Observed 2 live flying insects landing at wall next to exit door.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024022380 | Mar 28, 2024 | May 8, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
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. Operator print and posted procedures
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing a green liquid identified as soap, located at pizza station not labeled Manager labeled spray bottle
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor at bar area.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rusted
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed in-use utensils stored in unclean water at 99F at cookline.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 live flying insects landing on garbage containers at dishwashing station.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed lasagna cold held in flip top cooler at 50F. As per operator, lasagna transfer from walk in cooler 2 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on items for quick chill.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. -Observed some mussel tags not marked last date used.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink at dishwashing area blocked with garbage container and rolling tables. Operator removed tables and containers.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee used hand washing sink to fletch water.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at dishwashing station. Operator replenished
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -Observed uncovered containers with garnish salt stored next to hand washing sink in bar.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar.
Feb 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -Observed 2 live flying insects landing at wall next to exit door.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw ground beef stored over steak in walk in cooler. Operator relocate ground meat to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black substances buildup on can opener blade.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed hand washing sink at pizza station block with rolling food tray. Operator removed tray.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in bar used as dump sink. Evidence by waste ice found inside.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with cleaning chemical at mop sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bar.
Stored food not covered. -Observed 2 containers with tomato sauce stored in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. -Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor in bar. Operator removed and stored properly.
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw shell eggs stored over milk in walk in cooler. Operator relocate raw shell eggs.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over steaks in walk-in cooker. Operator removed chicken to bottom shelf.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed quinoa (47-50F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler. Per operator, item cooked and placed in unit from yesterday. Item did not removed from cooler since.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quinoa (47-50F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler. Per operator, item cooked and placed in unit from yesterday. Item did not removed from cooler since. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of black mold like substance buildup on can opener blade.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at dishwashing area. Operator replenished
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed acc on brown like substance buildup on can opener holster.
Mar 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Jan 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Observed raw steak stored over sauces in walk-in cooler. Operator relocate steak.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk-in cooler. Operator removed raw fish to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed aranchini cold held at 44F in flip top cooler. Per operator, item placed in cooler 3,5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Observed food manager certification expired on 2/15/2023. Mechref Zeaitir 2/15/2018
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Observed handwash wash sink block with rolling cart and garbage container in dishwashing area. Operator removed
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed handwash sink at front line used to stored knife. Operator removed.
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.
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.
No quaternary chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on pasta stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, pasta cooked on 1/19/24. Operator correctly date marked.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -Observed employee drinking from an open cup in food preparation area.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
In-use knife stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between flip top cooler and prep table. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoops found in water at 131F.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Observed salt removal from the original container not labeled. Operator label container
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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