EL FAMILIAR
311 SW 12 AVE, Miami FL 33130 · 786 961 0021
Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 4 dead roaches on glue trap in oven. Operator discarded glue traps.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2017051651 | Oct 5, 2017 | Dec 5, 2017 | $280 |
| 1--2016041436 | Jul 25, 2016 | Sep 28, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit for three compartment sink expired 02/25.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink located near cook line. Operator restocked.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth in the kitchen area.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles near front counter with water damage.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at the front counter. Operator removed.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hand wash sink leaking water from pipe underneath.
Jul 1, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the front counter.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Apr 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Employee did not how to sanitize utensils at the front counter. Employee was coached.
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. Observed food handler training for sobeida (7 months) and Cristina ( 7 Months) were not provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at the kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage at the front counter.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed sour cream container and bag of onions stored in the floor of the walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee removed it.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils stored not inverted next to the 3 compartment sink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container with sugar and flour not labeled in the kitchen.
Apr 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 to operator via email.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cases stored on floor at kitchen entrance.
Jun 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink located inside men's restroom. Operator restocked.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle touching ice at ice machine near front counter. Operator removed immediately.
Feb 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 8, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken stored in direct contact of non food grade thank you bag in reach in freezer in prep area.
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 unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to provide CFM certification. Operator sent person in charge screenshot of Servsafe card but inspector unable to find on Servsafe website. Inspector Iliana explained to person in charge that the CFM certificate is not valid.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area, at hand wash sink in prep area, and at hand wash sink in women's restroom.
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. Person in charge provided safestaff card that has name of person that is not a valid CFM. Researched name and certificate # on Servsafe website and not found. Certificate does not match other Servsafe certificate formats. No other employee food safety training certificates provided.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Employee on duty read and signed health form.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored near triple sink. Operator stated she will label the spray bottle of bleach.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 4 dead roaches on glue trap in oven. Operator discarded glue traps.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Handle of microwave across from clean equipment storage shelf missing/ in disrepair.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave in prep area soiled.
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.