EL MAYIMBE FRITANGA TORTILLA
304 SW 8 AVE, Miami FL 33130 · 305.986.1693
Last inspected Jun 8, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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 since October 1, 2025.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019056676 | Oct 2, 2019 | Dec 20, 2019 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottle of burn cream stored above food prep table. Operator removed.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed two cans of house pesticide stored in dry storage area. Operator discarded.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs stored above unwashed produce inside walk in cooler. Operator removed raw shelled eggs.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked steak (125F - Hot Holding) at the front counter. As per operator, product has been there for about half an hour. Operator removed and began to reheat to correct parameters.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade near prep table in kitchen area soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket inside hand wash sink near cook line. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine test kit expired since 2022.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed cloth used to cover tortillas in the kitchen prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cell phone on prep table. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed gallon of oil on floor near cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed several reach in chest freezers in dry storage area with ice buildup up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler near cook line with soiled gaskets. Observed hood filters at the cook line soiled.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee wipe hands on their pants and continue working with food. Coached employee on proper handwashing. Employee washed hands onsite.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired since October 1, 2025.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive cut marks on cutting boards on top of prep area.
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of oil on the floor in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler doors.
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by kitchen hand washing sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in cooler at storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on ovens door handle at cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on top of steam table at front counter at 106F.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce inside walk in cooler.
Expired chlorine chemical test kit on 02-2022 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 reach in cooler at 60F, as per operator it stop working since previous day.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by kitchen hand washing sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in cooler at storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on ovens door handle at cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on top of steam table at front counter at 106F.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service utensils on floor at dry storage area.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over unwashed produce inside walk in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed RIC by HWS :; cooked pork (62F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (80F - Cold Holding); milk (74F - Cold Holding). As per operator from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed RIC by HWS :; cooked pork (62F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (80F - Cold Holding); milk (74F - Cold Holding). As per operator from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantain (132F - Hot Holding); cooked grill chicken breast (117F - Hot Holding); fried cheese (109F - Hot Holding) at steam table front counter. As per operator for approximately 1 hour prior, operator removed products to reheat.
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.
Expired chlorine chemical test kit on 02-2022 provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled at cook line.
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 employees Raquel and Daisy hired 1 week prior no health reporting agreement signed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beans, cooked white rice inside walk in cooler no date marked, as per operator for more than 24 hours prior.
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 reach in cooler at 60F, as per operator it stop working since previous day.
Food stored on floor. Observed oil container on floor by kitchen hand washing sink.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in cooler at storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on ovens door handle at cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on top of steam table at front counter at 106F.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to operator via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler gaskets soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cases of single service utensils on floor at dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork thawing at room temperature inside 3 compartment sink at 32F. Coached operator on correct procedures, operator placed inside reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed at front counter, operator placed in the correct way.
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ham at 49 f cheese at 47 f Operator placed ice on the product to lower the temperature at time of visit.
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. Kitchen can opener.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Kitchen oven
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Kitchen RIC
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Frozen Beef thawed inside 3 Comp sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in reach in deep freezer next to walk-in-cooler. Products not commercially packaged. Operator removed chicken to properly store.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to triple sink used for storing bucket. Operator removed bucket from hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator replenished paper towels.
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. Operator had employees on duty start to fill out.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator replenished soap at hand wash sink.
Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored on floor near fryer.
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.