DANO'S
2653 NE 190 TER, Miami FL 33180 · 305-937-0776
Last inspected Mar 23, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2022004754 | Dec 21, 2021 | Mar 9, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat foods in reach in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink in prep area used by food employees.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 23, 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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Observed butter cold held 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter was located on prep table in kitchen area. Per manager butter had only been out for 1 hour prior to start of inspection. Advised manager that food shall be maintained at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less for cold holding. Manager moved to reach in cooler.
Observed raw shell eggs stored over/not properly separated from various ready-to-eat food in reach in cooler(prep area). Advised manager and he rearranged.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Manager discarded.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between wall and 3 compartment sink. Manager removed.
In-use tongs stored on stove door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Located in empanada prep area.
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs being stored over various ready to eat foods in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed pots being stored hand washing sink in ware wash area. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door. Manager removed.
Observed oranges not washed prior to juicing. Oranges are stored in box that they were delivered in. Advised manager and she instructed employee to clean.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed card board lining top on freezer door. Manager removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Interior of oven has accumulation of food debris. Manager instructed to clean.
Lights in kitchen/ food preparation area, missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Observed oranges not washed prior to preparation. Advised manager and he instructed employee to wash.
Sep 19, 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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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in prep area.
Mar 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef being stored on top on cut tomatoes. Located in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. Called plan review, no plans on file. Advised manager that he must submit plans.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of oranges on floor in newly added dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Located on stove door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in prep area.
Mar 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. Called plan review, no plans on file. Advised manager that he must submit plans. Provided plan review application and information.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage area.
Nov 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of bread. Chef rearranged.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed establishment expanded to warehouse bay 19050 adding dry storage area, restroom, prep area and office. No hand washing sink in new prep area. Prep area contains slicer, blender and reach in cooler with food. Called plan review, no plans on file. Advised manager that he must submit plans. Provided plan review application and information.
Clean pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of oil being stored on floor in kitchen area and cases of sodas being stored on floor in dry storage area.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of takeout cups and containers being stored on floor in dry storage area. Manager moved to shelf.
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.